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hope
This word carries a strong emotional charge of optimism, often existing in the tension between desire and uncertainty. It is distinct from wishing, which can be purely imaginative or impossible; hope implies a perceived possibility that the desired outcome can actually occur. In social contexts, it functions as a bridge between current hardship and future relief. It can be used as a fragile anchor in desperate situations or as a driving force for ambition and progress, shifting the mood from passive longing to active anticipation.
Countable when referring to a specific desire or a person who inspires others (a beacon of hope). Uncountable when referring to the general emotional state of optimism.
Meanings
To want something to happen or be the case.
"I hope for a better future."
To feel a desire for a certain outcome.
"She hoped that he would arrive on time."
A feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.
"There is still hope for a recovery."