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hospitality

noun/ˌhɑːspɪˈtælɪti/

definition

the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers

example

The local community is known for its warm hospitality, always welcoming newcomers with open arms.

synonyms
welcomingcordialityfriendliness
word origin — from Middle English 'hospitalite', from Old French 'hospitalité', from Latin 'hospitalitatem', from 'hospes' meaning 'guest'

IELTS Vocabulary — Set 156

Set 156 of IELTS Vocabulary covers 5 words: hospitality, contrast, mechanism, detection, inefficiency. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. hospitality · noun/ˌhɑːspɪˈtælɪti/

    the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers

    The local community is known for its warm hospitality, always welcoming newcomers with open arms.

    Synonyms: welcoming, cordiality, friendliness

    Origin: from Middle English 'hospitalite', from Old French 'hospitalité', from Latin 'hospitalitatem', from 'hospes' meaning 'guest'

  2. contrast · noun/ˈkɑntræst/

    the state of being strikingly different from something else

    The contrast between the vibrant colors of the painting and the dullness of the surrounding walls made the artwork stand out even more.

    Synonyms: difference, distinction, comparison

    Origin: from Latin 'contrastare', meaning 'to stand against'

  3. mechanism · noun/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/

    a system of parts working together in a machine or a process

    The clock's intricate mechanism ensures that all the gears turn smoothly and accurately.

    Synonyms: device, apparatus, system

    Origin: from Latin mechanismus, from Greek mĕkhanĭsmos, from mĕkhanē (machine)

  4. detection · noun/dɪˈtɛkʃən/

    the act of discovering or identifying something

    Early detection of cancer can significantly improve a patient's chances of recovery.

    Synonyms: discovery, identification, recognition

    Origin: from Latin 'detectio', meaning 'a uncovering' or 'discovery', from 'detegere', meaning 'to uncover, to remove the cover'

  5. inefficiency · noun/ɪˌnɛfɪˈʃənsi/

    the state of failing to make the best use of resources or time

    The inefficiency in the company's workflow led to missed deadlines and frustrated employees.

    Synonyms: ineffectiveness, unproductiveness, wastefulness

    Origin: The word 'inefficiency' originates from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the root 'efficient', which comes from the Latin 'efficiens', meaning 'accomplishing, working out'.