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hopeful

The correct spelling is hopeful.

How to pronounce hopeful

noun

IPA: /ˈhəʊpfəl/

Say it like: Hop-efu-l

The correct spelling is hopeful. Someone who is hoping for success or victory, especially as a candidate in a political election. For example: "Several presidential hopefuls are campaigning in New Hampshire this week."

Usage Examples

Several presidential hopefuls are campaigning in New Hampshire this week.

I am hopeful that I will recover from the disease.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Someone who is hoping for success or victory, especially as a candidate in a political election.

adjective

  1. 1.Feeling hope
  2. 2.Inspiring hope

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