Definitions and Examples of admit, welcome
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To allow someone or something to enter or be present in a place.
Example
The museum admits visitors for free on Sundays.
To greet someone with pleasure or goodwill upon their arrival.
Example
The hostess welcomed her guests with a warm smile and a hug.
Key Differences: admit vs welcome
- 1Admit refers to allowing someone or something to enter or be present in a place.
- 2Welcome refers to greeting someone with pleasure or goodwill upon their arrival.
Effective Usage of admit, welcome
- 1Hospitality: Use welcome to greet guests, customers, or visitors.
- 2Permission: Use admit to allow someone or something to enter or be present in a place.
- 3Education: Use admit to describe the process of being accepted into a school or program.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Admit refers to allowing someone or something to enter or be present in a place, while welcome refers to greeting someone with pleasure or goodwill upon their arrival. Use these words in contexts such as hospitality, permission, and education.