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wistful

The correct spelling is wistful.

How to pronounce wistful

adjective

IPA: /ˈwɪstfəl/

Say it like: Wis-tfu-l

The correct spelling is wistful. Full of longing or yearning. For example: "His eyes grew wistful as he recalled his university days."

Usage Examples

His eyes grew wistful as he recalled his university days.

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Full of longing or yearning.
  2. 2.Sad and thoughtful.

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