26984 words

hopeful

5 definitions β€’ 8 examples
1
having hope:

Examples:

hopeful about He was hopeful about the outcome of the meeting.
hopeful of They were hopeful of a successful agreement.
hopeful (that) I'm hopeful (that) we can reach a compromise.
2
giving hope:

Examples:

The green shoots were hopeful signs of spring.
3
a person who is trying to get a part in a film, play for a famous sports team, etc.:

Examples:

young hopeful Over a thousand young hopefuls went to the Theatre Royal today to audition for a part in the new musical.
4
having hope or causing you to hope; believing or causing you to believe that something desired will happen:

Examples:

[ + that clause ] I’m hopeful that when both sides understand the situation better, they will agree to meet and cooperate.
The fact that he’s eating with a good appetite is a hopeful sign.
5
a person who wants to achieve a position of power:

Examples:

Five presidential hopefuls were invited to speak.

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