American Dictionary
Definition welcome in American English
welcome
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
They received a tumultuous welcome.
The mayor said some words of welcome (=made a short speech to welcome people).
He held his hand out in welcome.
a reaction to a suggestion or decision
The proposal received an enthusiastic welcome.
Politicians gave a cautious welcome to the appointment (=were pleased by it but not completely satisfied).
