invite
10 synonyms for invite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To ask someone to come to an event or take part in something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use invite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
invite someone over
invite comments
send an invite
Using "invite" as a noun (as in "send an invite") is common in casual speech and text, but "invitation" is preferred in formal writing.
Etymology
From Latin invitare, "to invite or entertain as a guest."
Full origin of invite →Frequently asked questions
What does “invite” mean?
The word “invite” means to ask someone to come to an event or take part in something. In plain terms, to ask someone to join you somewhere or do something.
How do you pronounce “invite”?
“Invite” is pronounced ihn-VYT (/ɪnˈvaɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “invite” in a sentence?
Here is “invite” used in a sentence: “We invited all our neighbours to the barbecue.”
What is another word for “invite”?
Words with a similar meaning to “invite” include lathe.
What part of speech is “invite”?
Depending on how it is used, “invite” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “invite” come from?
The word “invite” comes from Latin. From Latin invitare, "to invite or entertain as a guest.".
Is “invite” a common word?
“Invite” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “invite” have?
“Invite” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to ask someone to come to an event or take part in something.
What is the difference between "invite" and "invitation"?
Traditionally "invite" is the verb ("I'll invite them") and "invitation" is the noun ("send an invitation"). Using "invite" as a noun ("send an invite") is common but informal, so "invitation" is preferred in formal writing.
Is "invite" as a noun correct?
Using "invite" as a noun meaning an invitation is widely used in casual speech and writing, as in "thanks for the invite." It is considered informal, however, so formal contexts favour "invitation."
What preposition follows "invite"?
"Invite" is commonly followed by "to" for events, as in "invited us to the party," and by "for" with certain occasions, as in "invited them for dinner." To include an action, use "invite someone to do something."
What is the difference between "invite" and "ask"?
"Invite" specifically means asking someone to come to an event or take part in something, usually as a courtesy or honour. "Ask" is much broader and can request information, favours, or actions of any kind.
