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What is another word for Greet? – 116 Greet Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    welcome hello salute acknowledge recognize address hail accost approach meet encounter reception introduction salutation farewell goodbye bid address talk speak converse chat interact communicate meet reception introduction hello hi greetings welcome back welcome home

    Meaning of Greet

    According to Oxford Dictionary, "greet" means to address someone with a greeting, either verbally or with a gesture, when meeting them or saying goodbye.

    Definitions

    • Merriam-Webster defines "greet" as to address or salute upon meeting or arrival, or to welcome or receive with a greeting.

    Example Uses

    • The hotel staff will greet you with a smile and a warm welcome when you arrive.
    • She greeted her friend with a big hug and a kiss on the cheek.
    • The audience greeted the performer with applause and cheers.
    • The family greeted the new neighbor with a plate of fresh-baked cookies.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    ignore neglect disregard overlook snub shun avoid reject refuse dismiss spurn cold-shoulder rebuff repel repulse turn away shut out lock out exclude ostracize boycott blacklist