invite

B1 · Intermediate Formal

v. to ask for something in a formal way, like asking for questions or applications.

v. to solicit or request something formally, such as opinions, applications, or feedback.

“The manager invited questions from the staff at the end of the meeting.”

“The university is currently inviting applications for the new research fellowship in environmental science.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate

v. to act in a way that makes a particular result likely to happen, often a bad one.

v. to behave in a manner that tends to cause or encourage a particular reaction or consequence.

“Leaving your car unlocked just invites trouble.”

“The government's refusal to negotiate may invite further criticism from international human rights organisations.”