hope

Intend with some possibility of fulfilment.

“I hope to have finished this work by tomorrow evening”

Expect and wish.

“I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise”

Be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes.

Grounds for feeling hopeful about the future.

United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003).

A specific instance of feeling hopeful.

“it revived their hope of winning the pennant”

One of the three Christian virtues.

Someone (or something) on which expectations are centered.

“he was their best hope for a victory”

The general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled.

“in spite of his troubles he never gave up hope”