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wishful

/ˈwɪʃfəl/ adjective

adjective Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about wishful at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

  1. Having or expressing desire for something.
    desirous of high office
  2. Desiring or striving for recognition or advancement.

Origin

From wish + -ful.

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