roll out the red carpet
Greet with fanfare
To roll out the red carpet is to give someone an exceptionally warm and elaborate welcome, treating them as an honored guest or VIP.
The expression references the literal practice of laying down a red carpet for dignitaries and celebrities at formal events.
The company rolled out the red carpet for the visiting executives.
It can also be used sarcastically when someone expects or demands excessive attention: Don't expect me to roll out the red carpet just because you showed up on time.
High regard, moral dignity
- recognitionPerceiving something as known
- esteemFavorable opinion of worth
- distinctionNotable difference or honor
- exclusivityState of being limited
privilege · accolade · deference · respect · veneration · status · eminence · renown
Ceremonial brass announcement
- trumpetsValved brass instruments
- spotlightConcentrated illumination source
- flourishTo grow vigorously
- pageantryElaborate ceremonial display
ovation · grandeur · splendor · opulence · elegance · lavishness · velvet rope · champagne
Festive formal occasion
- premiereFirst public performance
- inaugurationFormal beginning ceremony
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
- processionFormal moving line
debut · unveiling · pageantry · jubilee · fete · soiree · festivities · reception
Act of receiving guests
- greetingExpression of welcome
- hospitalityGenerous treatment of guests
- warmthHeat you feel
- fanfareCeremonial brass announcement
arrival · host · guests · cordiality · graciousness · accommodating · attentiveness · courtesy
Person of high rank
- celebrityWidely recognized public figure
- royaltyPayment for usage rights
- head of stateNation's chief representative
- ambassadorOfficial foreign representative
honoree · luminary · notable · mogul · diplomat · aristocrat · tycoon · chancellor
honor
High regard, moral dignity
- recognitionPerceiving something as known
- esteemFavorable opinion of worth
- distinctionNotable difference or honor
exclusivity · privilege · accolade · deference · respect · veneration · status · eminence · renown · special treatment
fanfare
Ceremonial brass announcement
pageantry · ovation · grandeur · splendor · opulence · elegance · lavishness · velvet rope · champagne · limousine
gala
Festive formal occasion
- premiereFirst public performance
- inaugurationFormal beginning ceremony
- banquetFormal celebratory meal
procession · debut · unveiling · pageantry · jubilee · fete · soiree · festivities · reception · extravaganza
reception
Act of receiving guests
- greetingExpression of welcome
- hospitalityGenerous treatment of guests
- warmthHeat you feel
fanfare · arrival · host · guests · cordiality · graciousness · accommodating · attentiveness · courtesy · friendliness
dignitary
Person of high rank
- celebrityWidely recognized public figure
- royaltyPayment for usage rights
- head of stateNation's chief representative
ambassador · honoree · luminary · notable · mogul · diplomat · aristocrat · tycoon · chancellor · statesperson
roll out the red carpetgive the cold shoulder
turn away · show someone the door · give someone the brush-off · snub · rebuff
roll out the red carpettreat like dirt
Behave contemptuously toward someone
neglect · bare minimum · casual greeting · go through the motions · couldn't be bothered
roll out the red carpetdisrespect
Lack of regard
demean · put in one's place · dismiss · overlook · pay no mind
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