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invite

[in-vahyt, in-vahyt] / ɪnˈvaɪt, ˈɪn vaɪt /
VERB
ask to do something socially
Synonyms
STRONGEST
appeal to attract call draw encourage insist lead persuade press propose request suggest summon tempt urge welcome woo
STRONG
allure beg bid command countenance court entice entreat inveigle invitation issue lure petition ply pray provoke solicit supplicate toll vamp
WEAK
bring on give invitation have in have over include as guest prevail on send invitation
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discourage dissuade ignore reject shun stop
STRONG
oppose prevent refuse

Example Sentences

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“Having Karol G invite us to Coachella meant a lot to me because I’m carrying out my family’s legacy of representing mariachi music on a huge stage,” Hernandez said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

I invite you to explore what shape that feeling takes, not just in your mind, but in your body.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

For the most part, current proposals suggest drivers will be contacted by their lender to invite them to make a claim.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

The decaying structures can invite pests and become a blight.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026

I saw how sad she was hearing Dad and Mom making plans to leave, so I suggested Dad invite her to Arizona.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila