wistfully Definition
in a way that is full of sad thoughts about something that you would like to have or do but know is impossible.
Using wistfully: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wistfully" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
She looked wistfully at the happy couple, wishing she had someone to share her life with.
Example
He spoke wistfully of his childhood home, which he had not seen in many years.
Example
The old man gazed wistfully at the sea, remembering his days as a sailor.
wistfully Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for wistfully
Summary: wistfully in Brief
The adverb 'wistfully' [ˈwɪstfəli] describes a feeling of sadness or longing for something that is impossible to have or do. It is often used to express regret or nostalgia, as in 'He spoke wistfully of his childhood home.' Synonyms include 'longingly' and 'yearningly.'
