Synonyms for

Greetings

Verb / ˈgri:tɪŋz / Another word for greetings — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a polite word or phrase used to greet or acknowledge someone

Synonyms & similar words

recognize recognise greet salutation greeting hello hi hey salutations welcome howdy hola bonjour hallo ciao aloha peace blessings compliments regards kudos

Synonyms by register

Formal

salutations acknowledgments greetings

Informal

hi hey howdy yo

Literary

hail salute

Antonyms

farewells goodbyes partings adieu valedictions

Common collocations

  • warm greetings
  • friendly greetings
  • initial greetings
  • formal greetings
  • exchange greetings
  • offer greetings
  • extend greetings
  • receive greetings

Word family

noun greeting
verb greet
adjective greeting
adverb greetingly

Usage note

While 'greetings' can be used as a standalone salutation, it is more commonly used in the plural to refer to the act of saying hello or the words used to do so. It can also refer to a message of goodwill.

Example sentences

  1. I gave my neighbor greetings when she walked by my house.
  2. My teacher always says greetings to us when we enter the classroom.
  3. When I met my grandma at the airport, she gave me warm greetings.
  4. During the holidays, people often send greetings to their friends and family.
  5. The president gave his greetings to the troops on Memorial Day.

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