Definitions and Examples of disinvite, uninvite
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To withdraw or cancel an invitation that has already been extended.
Example
After hearing about his rude behavior, they decided to disinvite him from the party.
To ask someone not to come after inviting them.
Example
She had to uninvite her friend from the trip because of a sudden change in plans.
Key Differences: disinvite vs uninvite
- 1Disinvite is used when an invitation has already been extended and then withdrawn, while uninvite is used when someone is asked not to come after being invited.
- 2Disinvite is more formal than uninvite and is often used in professional or official settings.
- 3Uninvite is more commonly used in informal settings among friends and family.
Effective Usage of disinvite, uninvite
- 1Social Events: Use disinvite or uninvite when there is a change of plans or when someone's behavior is unacceptable.
- 2Professional Settings: Use disinvite to withdraw an invitation to a business meeting or conference.
- 3Weddings: Use uninvite when someone is asked not to attend a wedding after being invited.
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Remember this!
The antonyms of invite are disinvite and uninvite. Disinvite is used when an invitation has already been extended and then withdrawn, while uninvite is used when someone is asked not to come after being invited. Use these words in social events, professional settings, and weddings to convey the opposite meaning of invite.
