Meaning of the word wish in English

What does wish mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

wish

US /wɪʃ/

UK /wɪʃ/

desire or hope for something to happen

Example:

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I wish I could fly.

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We wish you a Merry Christmas.

Synonym:

desire hope long for crave yearn for

to want something that is impossible or unlikely to happen

Example:

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He wishes he had listened to his parents.

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I wish it wasn't raining.

a desire or hope for something

Example:

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Make a wish!

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My only wish is for peace.

Synonym:

desire hope aspiration longing craving

Related Word:

you wish! your wish is my command