welcome

[ˈwɛlkəm]

welcome Definition

• 1. an expression of greeting or goodwill to a person upon arrival
• 2. received with pleasure and hospitality into one's company or home

Using welcome: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "welcome" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He received a warm welcome from his colleagues.

• Example

  Welcome to our home!

• Example

  The new policy was not welcomed by the employees.

• Example

  She welcomed the opportunity to work with him.

welcome Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for welcome

• greeting
• salutation
• reception
• acceptance
• hospitality

Antonyms for welcome

• farewell
• goodbye
• unwelcome

Idioms Using welcome

• roll out the welcome mat

  to show hospitality or friendliness towards someone

  Example

  The city rolled out the welcome mat for the visiting dignitaries.

• wear out one's welcome

  to stay too long as a guest and become unwelcome

  Example

  I think it's time for us to leave before we wear out our welcome.

• welcome to the club

  used to express sympathy or understanding for someone who has experienced a difficult situation

  Example

  A: I just got laid off from my job. B: Welcome to the club. I've been there before.

Phrases with welcome

• you're welcome

  a polite response to express that one is happy to help or provide something

  Example

  A: Thank you for your help. B: You're welcome.

• welcome mat

  a friendly or hospitable attitude towards visitors or guests

  Example

  The company prides itself on having a welcome mat for all employees.

• welcome party

  a party or gathering held to celebrate the arrival of someone

  Example

  We're planning a welcome party for the new intern.

Origins of welcome

from Old English 'wilcuma', meaning 'a person whose coming is pleasing'

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Summary: welcome in Brief

The term 'welcome' [ˈwɛlkəm] refers to an expression of greeting or goodwill, often upon arrival, or being received with pleasure and hospitality. It can be used as a noun, adjective, or verb, and extends into phrases like 'you're welcome,' and idioms like 'roll out the welcome mat,' denoting hospitality and friendliness. 'Welcome' also has antonyms like 'unwelcome,' and idioms like 'wear out one's welcome,' implying overstaying one's visit.