WISH

WISH 1 syllable

A2 · Elementary 📏 4 letters 🎲 Scrabble 10 ✅ valid word

Common in conversation and basic reading.

noun
  1. a specific feeling of desire
  2. an expression of some desire or inclination
  3. (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare
  4. the particular preference that you have

💬 Examples

  • "he got his wish"
  • "he was above all wishing and desire"
  • "I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave"
  • "his crying was an indirect request for attention"

🔗 Similar words

wishingwantindirect_requestregardcompliments
verb
  1. hope for
  2. prefer or wish to do something
  3. make or express a wish
  4. feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of

💬 Examples

  • "have a wish"
  • "I wish I could go home now"
  • "Do you care to try this dish?"
  • "Would you like to come along to the movies?"

🔗 Similar words

carelikewish_wellbid
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