welcome

You say welcome as a greeting when someone arrives.

To greet or affirm the arrival of someone.

When you welcome ideas, you accept them gladly and willingly.

Example: We welcome any suggestions you have so that we may improve our services.

When someone is welcome, their arrival makes people happy.

Example: You are welcome to stay at my house whenever you want.

The act of welcoming.

Example: Everyone, give a warm welcome to Mr. John Smith!