hope

[hoʊp]

hope Definition

  • 1a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen
  • 2a person or thing that may help or save someone

Using hope: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hope" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I hope to see you soon.

  • Example

    There is still hope for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.

  • Example

    The drug offers hope to thousands of patients suffering from the disease.

  • Example

    She was the family's last hope.

hope Synonyms and Antonyms

Idioms Using hope

  • people will always find a way to remain hopeful, even in the most difficult circumstances

    Example

    Despite the setbacks, hope springs eternal for the team and their fans.

  • with the aim or intention of achieving something

    Example

    She went to college in the hope of getting a better job.

  • to become discouraged and stop believing that something good will happen

    Example

    Don't lose hope, there is still a chance that things will work out.

Phrases with hope

  • to continue to hope for something even when it seems unlikely to happen

    Example

    She hoped against hope that he would return to her.

  • to stop believing that something will happen or be successful

    Example

    We cannot give up hope that a cure will be found for this disease.

  • to be optimistic and expect a positive outcome

    Example

    We don't know what will happen, but let's hope for the best.

Origins of hope

from Old English 'hopian', meaning 'wish, expect, look forward (to)'

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Summary: hope in Brief

The term 'hope' [hoʊp] refers to a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen, as well as a person or thing that may help or save someone. It can be used in phrases like 'give up hope,' which means to stop believing that something will happen or be successful, and idioms like 'hope springs eternal,' which means people will always find a way to remain hopeful, even in the most difficult circumstances.

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