Synonyms for

Wishes

Verb / ˈwɪʃɪz / Another word for wishes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A desire or hope for something to happen.

Synonyms & similar words

indirectrequest bid like wishwell regard wish wishing compliments begrudge care want desires hopes dreams aspirations goals ambitions requests prayers appeals entreaties pleas petitions wants cravings longings yearnings itches fancies fantasies imagination

Synonyms by register

Formal

desires aspirations longings yearnings

Informal

hopes dreams cravings wants

Literary

yearnings aspirations longings

Antonyms

dislikes aversions hatreds disdain repugnance

Common collocations

  • make a wish
  • grant wishes
  • fulfill wishes
  • secret wish
  • heart's desire
  • pipe dream
  • wish list
  • wish upon a star

Word family

noun wish
verb wish

Usage note

While 'wishes' can refer to desires, it's often used in the context of hopes for the future or requests made to a magical entity. Be mindful of the context when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. I made a wish before blowing out the candles.
  2. My wish came true when I got a puppy for my birthday.
  3. I wish I could go to the beach this weekend.
  4. He made a wish upon a shooting star.
  5. I wish you could come to my party!

Quotes

  • A dream becomes a goal when action is taken toward its achievement. - Bo Bennett
  • The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. - Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • Hope is the dream of a waking man. - Aristotle

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