invitation

noun
UK: /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃn/
US: /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃn/

  1. A written or spoken request inviting someone to go somewhere or to do something.

    1. I got an invitation to a party. [ ] [ ]
    2. She sent out invitations to her wedding, hoping everyone she knew could attend her special day. [ ] [ ]

  2. The act of inviting someone to do something or go somewhere; also, a formal offer or request.

    1. Thanks for the invitation to join you. [ ] [ ]
    2. His acceptance of the invitation demonstrated his willingness to cooperate with the investigation. [ ] [ ]

  3. Something that encourages or attracts something to happen or exist.

    1. The open window was an invitation to burglars. [ ] [ ]
    2. The relaxed atmosphere of the town was an invitation to stay longer and enjoy the scenery. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

request offer summons greeting bid

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "invitation" in English means: A written or spoken request inviting someone to go somewhere or to do something., The act of inviting someone to do something or go somewhere; also, a formal offer or request., Something that encourages or attracts something to happen or exist..

The phonetic transcription of "invitation" is /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃn/ in British English and /ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "invitation": request, offer, summons, greeting, bid.

Example usage of "invitation": "I got an invitation to a party.". More examples on the page.