Word Image
plural: wishes
Part Of Speech
noun, verb
Word Meaning
noun: an act or instance of wishing or desire; an object of desire, as in a goal; a wishing of good fortune
verb: to have a desire or want for; to request by expressing a desire
Word Family
wished
wishing
wisher
wishful
wishfully
wishfulness
wishbone
Sentences
I got my wish—a good score on the test!
Your sister sends her best wishes to you all.
We wished them a happy New Year.
I was wishing you had been here with me in that moment.
You may use the office telephone if you wish.
Her wishful attempts to change her husband’s bad habits were for nothing.
The orphans looked at the toys with wishful eyes.
I thanked everyone for all the birthday wishes.
Those who wish to attend are asked to wear green and white.
In closing, my wish for you is a peaceful and joyful year.
Exercises
