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hopeful

/ˈhoʊpfl/ adjective · British & US
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What does hopeful mean?

adjective

Feeling or showing hope; optimistic. Having a good chance of succeeding or being successful.

Example

"She was a hopeful candidate in the election, and her campaign was gaining momentum."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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