Synonyms for

Invite

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

Definition

to ask someone to go somewhere or do something with you

Synonyms & similar words

askover askin callfor bid tempt receive askround takein payfor askfor ask request summon call entreat beg solicit urge persuade beckon bid enjoin challenge woo court attract allure tempt encourage incite

Synonyms by register

Formal

request the presence of summon bid

Informal

ask over call over have over get together with

Literary

beckon entice lure

Antonyms

ban prohibit forbid exclude reject bar debar

Common collocations

  • invite someone over
  • invite to a party
  • invite to dinner
  • invite to an event
  • invite to a wedding
  • invite by email
  • extend an invitation

Word family

noun invitation
verb invite
adjective inviting

Usage note

While 'invite' can be used as a noun informally (e.g., 'I got an invite'), it is generally considered grammatically incorrect in formal contexts. The correct noun form is 'invitation'.

Example sentences

  1. I want to invite my classmates to come over and play together.
  2. My mom will invite our neighbors to have dinner with us.
  3. The teacher will invite some guest speakers to talk about science to our class.
  4. I will invite my sister to join me for a walk in the park.
  5. The wedding invitation will invite our family and friends to celebrate with us.

Quotes

  • A true friend is someone who will always find a way to invite you over.
  • The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been, and the memories we've made along the way.
  • Every day is a new opportunity to make memories with the ones we love.

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