Synonyms for

Greet

Verb / gri:t / Another word for greet — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to say hello or welcome someone

Synonyms & similar words

recognize recognise welcome salute receive acknowledge hail address addressing recognize kiss embrace clasp meet attend

Synonyms by register

Formal

salute address acknowledge

Informal

hi hello howdy hey

Literary

hail welcome accost

Antonyms

farewell depart leave part shun ignore disregard

Common collocations

  • greet someone
  • greet warmly
  • greet politely
  • greet the day
  • greet guests
  • greet each other
  • greet with a smile
  • greet enthusiastically

Word family

noun greeting
verb greet
adjective greeting

Usage note

While 'greet' is generally neutral, it can sometimes imply a more formal or polite interaction than a simple 'hello'. Be mindful of the context when choosing between 'greet' and more informal alternatives.

Example sentences

  1. I will greet my teacher at the door in the morning.
  2. I always greet my friends with a smile.
  3. When you meet someone new, it's important to greet them politely.
  4. The host will greet you at the door and show you where to sit.
  5. When I arrive at the airport, my family will greet me with hugs and kisses.

Quotes

  • A smile is the universal welcome.
  • The greatest gift you can give someone is your time. Because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you will never get back.
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.

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