welcome

Definitions

1. adjective

   Received with joy and gladness.

   Examples

   • She is always a welcome visitor.
   • Refugees are welcome in our city!
2. adjective

   Bringing happiness or relief.

   Examples

   • The rain was a welcome relief after the dry spell.
   • News of the promotion was welcome after a hard year.
3. adjective

   Free to do or use something.

   Examples

   • You're welcome to stay as long as you like.
   • She is welcome to use the car whenever she needs it.
4. interjection

   Said to greet someone who has just arrived.

   Examples

   • Welcome! Come in and sit down.
   • Welcome to our home!
5. interjection

   A short way to reply to thanks.

   Examples

   • Thanks so much! Welcome!
   • I appreciate it. Welcome, anytime.
6. noun

   The act of greeting someone who arrives.

   Examples

   • He gave a friendly welcome as guests arrived.
   • The mayor gave a formal welcome to the visitors.
7. noun

   The words of greeting you say to someone arriving.

   Examples

   • Her welcome echoed through the hall.
   • He returned the welcome with a warm smile.
8. noun

   A kind way of receiving a guest or newcomer.

   Examples

   • We entered the house and found a warm welcome.
   • The town gave the newcomers a kind welcome.
9. noun

   The feeling that you are wanted and comfortable somewhere.

   Examples

   • She always makes visitors feel a real welcome.
   • The town is known for its warm welcome to newcomers.
10. verb

    To greet someone who arrives, or to accept something gladly.

    Examples

    • Mrs. Cooke came out to welcome her.
    • The family welcomed a new baby this year.