wishful

UK
/ˈwɪʃfəl/
US
/ˈwɪʃfəl/

Translations

wishfuladjective
more wishful
Comp.
most wishful
Super.
UK
/ˈwɪʃfəl/
US
/ˈwɪʃfəl/
She gave him a wishful glance, hoping he would notice her.
Elle lui a lancé un regard désireux, espérant qu'il la remarquerait.
Additional translations
irréalisteS'emploie pour une attente ou un espoir peu réaliste.

Definitions

wishfuladjective
Having or showing a longing or desire for something, often with little regard for reality or practicality.
She gave him a wishful glance, hoping he would notice her.
Characterized by or expressing a desire or hope for something that is unlikely to happen.
His wishful thinking led him to believe he could win the lottery without buying a ticket.