wish

/wɪʃ/

Definitions

1. verb

to hope or express a desire for something to happen or be the case

“I wish it would rain today.”

2. noun

a feeling or expression of a desire for something to happen or be the case

“Make a wish and blow out the candles.”

3. noun

a thing or action that is desired or hoped for

“My greatest wish is to travel the world.”

Synonyms

  • desire
  • hope
  • longing

Antonyms

  • dislike
  • regret