Synonyms for
Hopes
Definition
A feeling of expectation and desire for a particular thing to happen.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- high hopes
- cherish hopes
- dashed hopes
- lose hope
- give up hope
- hold out hope
- foster hopes
- vain hopes
Word family
Usage note
The word 'hopes' is often used in the plural to refer to general expectations or desires for the future. 'Hope' can also be used as a verb, meaning to wish for something to happen.
Example sentences
- I have hopes that it will rain today because my plants need water.
- My hopes for the future include going to college and becoming a doctor.
- She had high hopes for her team to win the game.
- My hopes were shattered when I found out I didn't get the job.
- I have hopes that my favorite team will win the championship this year.
Quotes
Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness. - Desmond Tutu
Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at all. - Emily Dickinson
Hope is the only bee that makes honey without flowers. - Robert Green Ingersoll