Hope
Meaning
Hope is the feeling or desire for a certain outcome or event to happen, often associated with optimism and expectation.
As a Noun
- A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.
- A person or thing that gives cause for hope.
- A belief or conviction that something positive will occur in the future.
As a Verb
- To wish or expect something to happen, often with a sense of optimism.
- To desire something to happen or be true.
Examples
- She had high hopes for the success of the project.
- I hope you have a great time at the party tonight.
- His hope for a brighter future kept him motivated.
Synonyms
Expectation, desire, optimism, wish, aspiration
Recent Examples on Web
- “Her hope for recovery grew stronger with each passing day.”
- “He placed his hope in the efforts of the medical team to find a cure.”
Related Words
Anticipation, faith, trust, belief
Antonyms
Despair, hopelessness, pessimism
