Hopeful

noun

/ˈhəʊpfəl/

Word Frequency: 3.4

Definitions

1.nounSomeone who is hoping for success or victory, especially as a candidate in a political election.

"Several presidential hopefuls are campaigning in New Hampshire this week."

2.adjectiveFeeling hope

"I am hopeful that I will recover from the disease."

3.adjectiveInspiring hope

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