Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hoped-for

Adjective
/ˈhoʊpt fɔr/
Definition
Something that is desired or anticipated.
Examples
  • She finally received the hoped-for promotion at work.
  • The team celebrated their hoped-for victory in the championship game.
  • After years of planning, their vacation turned out to be the hoped-for escape from daily life.
Meaning
The term ‘hoped-for’ refers to an object, event, or outcome that someone wishes to achieve or see happen.
Synonyms
  • desired
  • anticipated
  • expected