welcomed
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈwɛlkəmd/
KK: /ˈwɛlkəmd/
adjective
Definition
Having been received with kindness and friendliness.
Example
The guests felt welcomed as they entered the beautifully decorated hall.
Conversation
I really felt welcomed at the party last night.
That's great to hear! The hosts always make sure everyone feels at home.
Yeah, I even met some new people who were really friendly.
Sounds like a fun night! I'm glad you had a good time.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
accepted
greeted
received
Antonyms
rejected
shunned
ignored
verb
Definition
To greet someone in a friendly way when they arrive.
Example
She welcomed her guests with a warm smile.
Tense Forms
Past: welcomed
Past Participle: welcomed
Conversation
I was so nervous about the party last night.
Really? I thought it was great! Everyone welcomed you so warmly.
Yeah, I felt much better once I got there.
Root Explanation
Welcomed → It is formed from 'welcome' (from Old English 'wilcuma', meaning a person who is wished well) and '-ed' (a suffix indicating the past tense or completed action). The word 'welcomed' means that someone has been received with pleasure or goodwill.
Memory Tip
Think of someone being a 'person who is wished well' — that's what 'welcomed' means, indicating they have been received with kindness.
Visually Confused Words
unwelcomed
unwelcome
rewelcome
bewelcome