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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

wishfulness

/ˈwɪʃfʊlnəs/ noun · British & US
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What does wishfulness mean?

noun

A feeling or attitude of wishing or hoping for something, often in a vague or indefinite way. A tendency to be overly optimistic or idealistic.

Example

"Her wishfulness about the future led her to make unrealistic plans."

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