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wishful

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˈwɪʃfəl/

wishful means: Showing that you strongly want something to happen or be true.

adjective

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Showing that you strongly want something to happen or be true.

  • That is just wishful thinking.
  • He gave the cake a wishful look.
  • Her wishful smile showed how much she wanted to join us.

Similar words: hopeful, longing

Common phrases: wishful thinking, a wishful look, a wishful sigh

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Wanting to become successful or reach a higher position.

  • The wishful youth hoped to become a judge.
  • A wishful student sought a place at the famous school.
  • These wishful young officers were eager for promotion.

Similar words: ambitious, aspiring

Common phrases: a wishful youth, a wishful student

Questions about wishful

What does wishful mean?

Showing that you strongly want something to happen or be true.

What is wishful in other languages?

Türkçe: istek dolu · Español: anhelante · Français: plein de désir · Deutsch: sehnsüchtig · Italiano: desideroso · 日本語: 願望を抱いた

How do you pronounce wishful?

It is pronounced /ˈwɪʃfəl/.

How do you use wishful in a sentence?

That is just wishful thinking. He gave the cake a wishful look.

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