high hopes

NOUN

anticipation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apprehension hope joy prospect

STRONG

contemplation expectancy foresight foretaste impatience outlook preconception premonition preoccupation prescience presentiment promise trust

WEAK

awaiting looking forward

Antonyms

STRONG

ignorance

WEAK

amazement astonishment doubt fear sensation surprise unreadiness wonder

Example Sentences

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A large U.S. delegation arrived with high hopes that were abruptly dashed, according to four sources who attended the talks.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Netflix certainly has high hopes, and is positioning the show as a strong Emmy contender.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

Major players like BYD have high hopes for the Middle East and European markets, with sky-high tariffs keeping Chinese models out of the United States.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Dealmakers had high hopes going into 2026 and believe even small deals could bounce back later in the year.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

I’d had such high hopes for Hope Springs, and it was looking to be our shortest stay yet.

From "Hope Springs" by Jaime Berry

high hopes

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