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hospitable

/hɒsˈpɪtəbl̩/adjective

Warm, friendly, and generous toward visitors and guests.

Example sentences

  • “The villagers were hospitable and invited us in for dinner.”
  • “Our hosts were so hospitable that we never wanted to leave.”

Can describe places as well as people: a hospitable climate supports life. Stress falls on either the first or second syllable; both are accepted.

Synonyms for hospitable

Antonyms

  • inhospitable
  • unwelcoming
  • unfriendly

Find it in: Positive words, Words to describe a person.

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