Definitions

host

[hohst] / hoʊst /

NOUN

person who entertains, performs

Synonyms

STRONGEST

anchor entertainer manager moderator owner presenter

STRONG

emcee innkeeper keeper proprietor

WEAK

anchor person person of the house

Antonyms

WEAK

guest visitor

NOUN

large group

Synonyms

STRONGEST

array crowd multitude

STRONG

army cloud crush drove flock gathering horde legion myriad rout score swarm throng

Antonyms

WEAK

guest visitor

VERB

entertain, accommodate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

introduce present receive

STRONG

treat

WEAK

do the honors pick up the check spread oneself throw a party wine and dine

Example Sentences

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"We host events to encourage people to consider a career... within the space industry," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Fox News host Bret Baier appeared on air with a message from the president.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

While Pakistan may yet host both at a table the question is what can they find to agree on.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

He confirmed “8 p.m. is happening” on a phone call with Fox News host Bret Baier Tuesday afternoon.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

It’s like they think the host is burdened.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri