Synonyms for

Invitations

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

Definition

Invitations are written or printed requests to come to an event or gathering.

Synonyms & similar words

invitation requests summons callings pleadings appeals bids offers proposals solicitations entreaties invites asks begs implores beseeches urgings encouragements prompts inducements instigations

Synonyms by register

Formal

summons requests solicitations biddings

Informal

asks calls come-ons

Literary

entreaties pleas beckonings

Antonyms

rejections refusals denials discouragements prohibitions

Common collocations

  • send invitations
  • receive invitations
  • accept invitations
  • decline invitations
  • wedding invitations
  • party invitations
  • business invitations
  • formal invitations

Word family

noun invitation
verb invite
adjective inviting

Usage note

While 'invitation' is the most common form, 'invites' is increasingly used informally. Ensure correct spelling, especially in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. My mom sent out invitations to my birthday party.
  2. I got an invitation to my friend's wedding.
  3. We're waiting for the invitations to arrive in the mail.
  4. Billy forgot to send invitations to his graduation ceremony.
  5. She received an invitation to join the club.

Quotes

  • The best way to keep children at home is to make the home a pleasant atmosphere and let the air out of the tires. - Dorothy Parker
  • Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners. - H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
  • The art of art, the glory of expression, and the sunshine of the light of letters, is simplicity. - Walt Whitman

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