hopeful

/hˈə‍ʊpfə‍l/

/ˈhoʊpfəɫ/

hopeful

(of a person) believing in the occurrence of what is wanted

synonyms : bright

(of something) having qualities that make people feel positive and optimistic

antonyms : hopeless

Hopeful

someone who aspires to be successful in something

synonyms : aspirant

Examples

1. The party has broken ranks, with five of its nine presidential hopefuls calling for a review of the revisions.

2. They have seen better days financially, but they are hopeful for the future.

3. The manager keeps changing his outlook on the project, now really hopeful, now very pessimistic.

4. This place looks hopeful: Kiddyland.