hope

A1
Pronunciation
/həʊp/
/hoʊp/
Noun
7 definition(s)
1 Definition

The feeling of trust, confidence, belief or expectation that something wished for can or will happen.

Example Sentences
  • After losing my job, there's no hope of being able to afford my world cruise.
2 Definition

The actual thing wished for.

3 Definition

A person or thing that is a source of hope.

Example Sentences
  • We still have one hope left: my roommate might see the note I left on the table.
4 Definition

The virtuous desire for future good.

5 Definition

A hollow; a valley, especially the upper end of a narrow mountain valley when it is nearly encircled by smooth, green slopes; a comb.

6 Definition

A sloping plain between mountain ridges.

7 Definition

A small bay; an inlet; a haven.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To want something to happen, with a sense of expectation that it might.

Example Sentences
  • I am still hoping that all will turn out well.
2 Definition

To be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes.

3 Definition

To place confidence; to trust with confident expectation of good; usually followed by in.

4 Definition

To wish.

Example Sentences
  • I hope you all the best.