Synonyms for

Guest

Verb / gest / Another word for guest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who is invited to visit or stay in someone's home or place of business.

Synonyms & similar words

edgaralbertguest node client edgarguest guest invitee visitor invitee company caller client customer tenant resident boarder lodger sojourner traveler tourist stranger outsider intruder interloper trespasser ghost

Synonyms by register

Formal

visitor attendee participant

Informal

company mate pal

Literary

sojourner wayfarer stranger

Antonyms

host landlord proprietor owner manager steward

Common collocations

  • welcome guest
  • dinner guest
  • house guest
  • guest room
  • guest list
  • guest speaker
  • guest appearance
  • guest star

Word family

noun guest
verb guest
adjective guest

Usage note

While 'guest' can be used as a verb (e.g., 'to guest star on a show'), it is most commonly used as a noun. The verb form is less frequent and often considered informal or specialized.

Example sentences

  1. The hotel had many guests staying there.
  2. My friend invited me to be a guest at her house for the weekend.
  3. The restaurant has a special menu for its guests.
  4. The wedding guests danced the night away.
  5. The host made sure to welcome each guest personally.

Quotes

  • “Atithi Devo Bhava” - Sanskrit proverb meaning 'The guest is equivalent to God.'
  • “A true friend is a guest in your heart, and remains there forever.” - Unknown
  • “We are guests of this universe.” - unknown

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