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inviting

/ɪnˈvaɪtɪŋ/
verb
  1. To ask for the presence or participation of someone or something.

    "We invited our friends round for dinner."

  2. To request formally.

    "I invite you all to be seated."

  3. To encourage.

    "I always invite criticism of my definitions."

Synonymsask out, ask for, encourage, provoke, ask, beseech
noun
  1. Invitation

adjective
  1. Alluring; tempting; attractive.

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