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

  • (..) Thank you. To know me is to fly with me. This is where I live. When I run my card, the system automatically prompts the desk clerk to greet me with this exact statement. Pleasure to see you again, Mr. Bingham. It's these kinds of systemized, friendly touches that keep my world in orbit. (..)
    2009 Up in the Air