Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wishful
Adjective
/ˈwɪʃ.fəl/
Definition
Having or showing a desire or hope for something that is unlikely to happen.
Examples
- She had wishful thoughts about winning the lottery.
- His wishful thinking led him to believe that everything would turn out fine.
Meaning
Wishful refers to an optimistic or dreamy mindset regarding future events or outcomes, often without a basis in reality.
Synonyms
- hoping
- dreamy
- optimistic
- fantastical
- idealistic
