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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Barker combines the monkey’s paw and Pygmalion myths in this story about a young man who wishes that his dream girl would fall in love with him.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

But he wishes they could balance it with a resident’s appreciation of their tree cover.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

But I don’t think you would not feel right about acquiescing to her wishes.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

"If anyone wishes to criticise me for proclaiming the Gospel, let them do so truthfully," he told reporters.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

The man at the other end listens to my whole story, wishes me good luck finding a lawyer for free, and hangs up.

From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman

wishes

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