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hopeful

/ˈhəʊpfəl/adjective

Full of hope; expecting that something good will happen.

Example sentences

  • “We are hopeful that the weather will improve by Saturday.”
  • “Doctors are hopeful that she will make a full recovery.”

As a noun, a 'hopeful' is a candidate: 'Olympic hopefuls'. 'Hopeful' describes the person feeling hope, not the situation.

emotions

Synonyms for hopeful

Antonyms

  • hopeless
  • pessimistic
  • despairing

Find it in: Positive words.

Related words

bleakOffering little hope or comfort; cold, empty, and depressing.despondentFeeling very low because hope or courage has drained away.grimVery serious, gloomy, or worrying; suggesting that things are bad or may get worse.worriedFeeling anxious and unhappy because of troubling things that have happened or could happen.frustratedFeeling annoyed or discouraged because something has blocked your plans or wishes.relaxedCalm and free from worry or tension.