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