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wishful::adjective | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | desirous |
| Derivation | wishfulness |
Examples of wishful
wishful
There was likely more than a little wishful thinking on the part of his victims.
From the washingtontimes.com
Daydreams and wishful thinking might not impress bosses, teachers and superiors.
From the suntimes.com
Now it transpires that this is an instance of wishful thinking on Iran's behalf.
From the upi.com
Beat this with your Rutland dating poor people or that is just wishful thinking.
From the iftomm2003.com
Gov. Jerry Brown's goal is more of an aspiration predicated on wishful thinking.
From the sacbee.com
We have a duty to get this right, using reliable evidence, not wishful thinking.
From the guardian.co.uk
Alas, given Microsoft's DNA, such a move looks likely to remain wishful thinking.
From the economist.com
I propose a different scenario than the wishful thinking expressed by Schumpeter.
From the economist.com
You need to base you assertions on data, rather than wishful thinking, TMallon.
From the economist.com
- Desirous: having or expressing desire for something; "desirous of high office"; "desirous of finding a quick solution to the problem"
- Aspirant: desiring or striving for recognition or advancement
- (wishfully) in a wishful manner; "he wishfully indulged in dreams of fame"
- (wishfulness) an unrealistic yearning
