wish meaning and definition

WISH noun

Definition of wish (noun)

1. a specific feeling of desire
   • "he got his wish"; "he was above all wishing and desire"
   • synonyms: want, wishing
2. an expression of some desire or inclination
   • "I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave"; "his crying was an indirect request for attention"
   • synonyms: indirect request
3. (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare
   • "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes"
   • synonyms: compliments, regard
4. the particular preference that you have
   • "it was his last wish"; "they should respect the wishes of the people"

WISH verb

Definition of wish (verb)

1. hope for; have a wish
   • "I wish I could go home now"
2. prefer or wish to do something
   • "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?"
   • synonyms: care, like
3. make or express a wish
   • "I wish that Christmas were over"
4. feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of
   • synonyms: wish well
   • antonym: begrudge
5. order politely; express a wish for
6. invoke upon
   • "wish you a nice evening"; "bid farewell"
   • synonyms: bid