Meaning & Definition of word "Invite"
Invite
/ɪnˈvaɪt/
noun:
- 1. A request or an invitation to attend an event.
- Example: I received an invite to the gala next month.
- 2. A card or written message requesting someone's presence at an event.
- Example: The wedding invite was beautifully designed and included all the important details.
verb:
- 1. To ask someone to attend an event or to participate in an activity.
- Example: She decided to invite her friends to her birthday party.
- 2. To make an offer or request for someone to come or do something.
- Example: They will invite applications for the new job opening starting next week.
- 3. To ask someone formally to attend a specific event.
- Example: The couple chose to invite family and close friends to the wedding.
Etymology
●From the Latin 'invitatio', meaning 'a calling in or to', from 'invitas', the present participle of 'invitare'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
open invitation:
A standing invitation where someone is welcome at any time.
formal invite:
A structured and often printed invitation for an event.
to send out invites:
To distribute invitations to a group of people.
Related Words
invitation:
A written or spoken request to attend an event.
invitee:
A person who is invited to an event.
Slang Meanings of invite
Meaning: To throw a party or event.
● Example Sentence: We're going to invite this weekend!
Meaning: To get someone involved in a situation or activity.
● Example Sentence: She totally invited herself to the movie night.