greeting

• Nom désignant un mot, un geste ou une action utilisé pour saluer, reconnaître ou exprimer de la bienveillance lors d'une rencontre avec quelqu'un.

A noun referring to a word, gesture, or action used to welcome, acknowledge, or express goodwill upon meeting someone.

1. Words or actions of welcomeA1formal

   A polite word or sign of welcome or recognition when meeting someone.

   Action de saluer

   • He offered a warm greeting to his guests.
   • She smiled as a greeting when she saw him.
   • A simple 'hello' is a common greeting.

   Synonymesaddresshailhelloreceptionsalutationtoastwelcome

   Antonymesfarewellgoodbyesend-off

2. Message of goodwillA2formal

   A message expressing good wishes, often sent on special occasions.

   Message de vœux

   • I sent a birthday greeting to my grandmother.
   • The president issued a greeting to the nation on New Year's Day.
   • They received many greetings from friends and family.

   Synonymeshellosalutationwelcome

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'accueillir ou de s'adresser à quelqu'un lors d'une rencontre, souvent par des paroles ou des gestes.

A verb used to indicate the act of welcoming or addressing someone upon meeting, often with words or gestures.

1. Welcome or addressA1formal

   To say hello to someone or welcome them in a friendly way.

   saluer, accueillir

   • She greeted her guests at the door.
   • He greeted his colleagues with a warm smile.
   • They greeted each other with a handshake.

   Synonymesaccostacknowledgeaddresshailmeetreceivesalutewelcome

   Antonymescold-shoulderignoreostracizeshunslightsnubspurn

2. React to somethingB2formal

   To respond to something in a particular way, often with a feeling or action.

   réagir à

   • The news was greeted with enthusiasm by the team.
   • His speech was greeted by loud applause.
   • The proposal was greeted with skepticism by the board.

   Synonymesacknowledgemeetreceive

   Antonymesdisregardignoreoverlooksnub