Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

invitational

adjective
/ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃənl/
Definition
Relating to or characterized by an invitation, especially to a competition or event.
Examples
  • The invitational tournament attracted the best players from around the country.
  • She received an invitational to the exclusive art exhibition.
  • The school organized an invitational track meet for nearby teams.
Meaning
An invitational refers to an event or competition where participants are invited to take part, rather than entering through a general application process.
Synonyms
  • exclusive
  • selective
  • private
  • special