welcomed

word · lemma: welcome

/ˈwɛɫkəmd/
/wˈɛlkʌmd/

Definition

Received with pleasure or approval; made to feel accepted or appreciated. Commonly used for people, ideas, or actions that are positively accepted.

Usage & Nuances

Past tense and past participle of 'welcome.' Used for describing actions, guests, changes, or ideas received positively. Formal and neutral in tone. Common phrases: 'felt welcomed,' 'was warmly welcomed.' Avoid confusing with the greeting 'You're welcome.'

Example Sentences

She felt welcomed at her new job.

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Their ideas were welcomed by the committee.

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I really felt welcomed when I visited your family last weekend.

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The policy changes were welcomed by most employees, who saw them as improvements.

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You're always welcomed to join us for dinner anytime.

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The new teacher was welcomed by all the students.

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