Synonyms for

Invitation

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

Definition

An invitation is a written or spoken request to attend an event or do something.

Synonyms & similar words

Synonyms by register

Formal

summons request solicitation bid

Informal

invite call come-on

Literary

entreaty beckoning

Antonyms

prohibition ban forbiddance veto rejection denial

Common collocations

  • send an invitation
  • receive an invitation
  • accept an invitation
  • decline an invitation
  • formal invitation
  • informal invitation
  • wedding invitation
  • party invitation

Word family

noun invitation
verb invite
adjective invitational
adverb invitingly

Usage note

While 'invite' is commonly used as a noun in informal speech, the formal noun is 'invitation'. The adjective 'invitational' is often used in the context of sports tournaments or events.

Example sentences

  1. 1. I received an invitation to the school play.
  2. 2. My mom sent out invitations to my birthday party.
  3. 3. I got an invitation to join the art club.
  4. 4. We sent out invitations to our wedding.
  5. 5. I received an invitation to attend a conference on climate change.

Quotes

  • 1. "An invitation, once declined, cannot be reoffered." - Proverb
  • 2. "An invitation to a wedding invokes more trouble than a summons to a police court." - William Feather
  • 3. "An invitation to a wedding invokes more trouble than a summons to a police court." - William Feather

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