best wishes

[best wish-iz] / ˈbɛst ˈwɪʃ ɪz /

NOUN

congratulations

Synonyms

STRONG

compliments felicitations hail

WEAK

give a 'hear-hear' good going good wishes good work

Antonyms

WEAK

commiseration condolences criticism

NOUN

greeting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

hello nod ovation reception salute

STRONG

accosting acknowledgment address aloha ciao compliments hail heralding hi highball how-do-you-do howdy note notice regards respects rumble salaam salutation testimonial

WEAK

card compellation good wishes high-five letter speaking to ushering in what's happening

Antonyms

STRONG

heedlessness ignorance neglect

WEAK

farewell goodbye

NOUN

respects

Synonyms

STRONG

compliments courtesies deference devoirs greetings regards salaam salutations

WEAK

kind wishes

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"I extend my best wishes for their continued safety and well-being. Violence has no place in a democracy and must be unequivocally condemned," Modi wrote on X.

From Barron's • Apr. 26, 2026

Reassurance, a well-deserved pat on the back, best wishes for good health and one piece of your favorite candy.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 29, 2026

"The best wishes of everyone at Cricket Australia and in the wider cricket community are with him at this time," he said in a statement.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

I hope Ghohg will be impressed by our gift and our best wishes.

From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin

best wishes

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