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welcome

adjective noun verb

Giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted

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Word Facts

Word length
7
Starts with
W
Ends with
E
Contains
EL
Scrabble score
14
CEFR level
A1

How it sounds

Pronunciation

ˈwɛlkəm

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adjective

  1. Giving pleasure or satisfaction or received with pleasure or freely granted

    “A welcome relief”

noun

  1. The state of being welcome

    “Don't outstay your welcome”

noun

  1. A greeting or reception

    “The proposal got a warm welcome”

verb

  1. Accept gladly

    “I welcome your proposals”

verb

  1. Bid welcome to; greet upon arrival

verb

  1. Receive someone, as into one's house

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Example Sentences

A welcome relief
A welcome guest
Made the children feel welcome
You are welcome to join us
Don't outstay your welcome
The proposal got a warm welcome
I welcome your proposals

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