hope

/hˈə‍ʊp/

/ˈhoʊp/

to hope

MAIN VERB

to want something to happen or be true

synonyms : desire

1.1

to have the intention to do something provided it is possible

synonyms : go for

Hope

a feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen or to be true

the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled

antonyms : despair

grounds for feeling hopeful about the future

synonyms : promise

someone (or something) on which expectations are centered

one of the three Christian virtues

United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003)

synonyms : Bob Hope

Examples

1. He's hoping for an offer of compensation.

2. I hope we will see eye to eye on this matter in the future.

3. The lighthouse was a beacon of hope in the stormy sea.

4. I hope I meet you again some day on life's highways and byways.