welcoming
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for welcoming, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Friendly and open toward guests or newcomers; making people feel at ease.
Synonyms
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.
Antonyms
How to use welcoming
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a welcoming atmosphere
welcoming committee
warm and welcoming
Etymology
Came into English from Middle English welcomyng, made up of welcome and -ing.
Full origin of welcoming →Frequently asked questions
What does “welcoming” mean?
The word “welcoming” means friendly and open toward guests or newcomers; making people feel at ease. In plain terms, friendly in a way that makes people feel accepted and comfortable.
How do you use “welcoming” in a sentence?
Here is “welcoming” used in a sentence: “The staff were incredibly welcoming, even though we'd never stayed there before.”
What is the opposite of “welcoming”?
The opposite of “welcoming” — its antonyms — is bleak.
What part of speech is “welcoming”?
“Welcoming” is an adjective.
Is “welcoming” a common word?
“Welcoming” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between welcoming and welcome as an adjective?
Welcome as an adjective usually describes something or someone that is gladly received, as in "a welcome surprise," while welcoming describes a friendly, open quality, such as a welcoming atmosphere or a welcoming host. Welcoming emphasizes an ongoing friendly disposition rather than a single instance of being well-received.
Can welcoming describe places as well as people?
Yes, welcoming is commonly used for both people and places, such as a welcoming host or a welcoming home, since it describes friendliness and openness that puts guests or newcomers at ease.
