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inviting

adj. · n.
US //ˌɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ// UK //ɪnvˈaɪtɪŋ// invit·ing
  1. 1 attractive or tempting (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    looking pleasant, warm, or comfortable in a way that makes you want to go there or do something.

    attractive, alluring, or tempting; possessing qualities that encourage participation or entry.

    Example

    The blue water of the swimming pool looked very inviting on such a hot day.

    Example

    The soft glow of the fireplace and the scent of fresh coffee made the small cottage feel incredibly inviting after our long hike through the rain.
  2. 2 the act of an invitation (n.)
    C1 Advanced Formal

    the act of asking someone to join an event.

    the gerund or noun form referring to the process of extending invitations.

    Example

    The inviting of so many guests required a lot of careful planning.

    Example

    The formal inviting of foreign dignitaries is a process governed by strict diplomatic protocols and historical traditions.

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