greet

Definition

  • verb: to meet (someone who has just arrived) with usually friendly and polite words and actions
  • verb: to address with expression of kind wishes upon meeting or arrival
  • often + 'with'
  • synonyms: welcome, great, weep

Examples

  • We 'were greeted' by a snowstorm when we arrived at the airport.

  • My husband 'greeted' our guests at the door.

  • Her idea was 'greeted with' enthusiasm.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) People of Panem, we fight! We dare to end this hunger for justice. And that, my friends, is how a revolution dies. Hello, Katniss. This how you greet an old friend? Maybe I don't recognize you sober. I guess it looks as bad as it feels. Madam President, indulge me for a moment, if you would. (..)
    2014 The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1