Meaning & Definition of Welcome in English
English⟶
Welcome
/wɛlkəm/
noun
1. The state of being welcome
- "Don't outstay your welcome"
synonym:
- welcome
2. A greeting or reception
- "The proposal got a warm welcome"
synonym:
- welcome
verb
1. Accept gladly
- "I welcome your proposals"
synonym:
- welcome
2. Bid welcome to
- Greet upon arrival
synonym:
- welcome,
- receive
3. Receive someone, as into one's house
synonym:
- welcome
adjective
1. Giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted
- "A welcome relief"
- "A welcome guest"
- "Made the children feel welcome"
- "You are welcome to join us"
synonym:
- welcome
Examples of using
The whole school turned out to welcome Tom back.
Tom was welcome wherever he went.
"You're very welcome" replied the steward.