wishes

NOUN

will

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude character decision desire determination discipline feeling inclination intention mind passion power resolution resolve wish

STRONG

aim appetite conviction craving decisiveness decree design discretion disposition fancy hankering liking longing option pining pleasure preference prerogative purpose self-control self-discipline self-restraint temperament urge velleity volition willfulness willpower yearning

WEAK

heart's desire

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike hate hatred indecision question wavering weakness

STRONG

distaste indifference thoughtlessness

Example Sentences

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She wishes him no harm, but because of his behavior, she wants him gone.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

“Based on the client’s wishes, the goal of the renovation of the main house was to provide a fresh and light feeling, suited for a more modern lifestyle,” Nobili said in 2024.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 29, 2026

Jiang, the former Zibo party chief, appeared at first to be fulfilling the party’s wishes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

"He has the gratitude of the entire Ferrari team and my personal best wishes for the future," Vigna said in the statement.

From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026

I kept my eyes straight ahead, unwilling to look behind me at that gold shining dome that had accepted all our deepest wishes just a few hours back.

From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant

wishes

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