In a friendly and generous manner toward guests or newcomers.
Reach for it when praising how someone makes others welcome through practical care
The village received the stranded travelers hospitably and found beds for everyone.
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playful
with open arms
Fits when enthusiastic acceptance should sound vivid
Careful The idiom exaggerates a quiet or cautious welcome.
everyday
Fits when time, food, or space is offered freely
Careful Generosity can occur at a distance and need not make anyone feel welcome.
everyday
welcomingly
Fits when behavior clearly invites someone to feel included
Careful The uncommon adverb can sound awkward and says little about generosity.
warm
Fits when genuine friendliness is immediately felt
Careful Warmly describes manner but not the food, shelter, or effort of hospitality.
professional
cordially
Fits when friendly formality suits an official reception
Careful Cordiality can remain restrained and less personal than hospitable care.
formal
Fits when courtesy and ease distinguish the reception
Careful Gracious conduct may be polished without meeting a guest's practical needs.
received hospitably
Every visiting choir was received hospitably by a local family.
treated hospitably
The researchers were treated hospitably without being shielded from criticism.
welcomed hospitably
New residents were welcomed hospitably at the shared supper.
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