wish

noun

1. a specific feeling of desire

- he got his wish

- he was above all wishing and desire

Similar word(s): want, wishing

Definition categories: feeling, desire

2. an expression of some desire or inclination

- I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave

Definition categories: communication, asking, request

3. (usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare

- my best wishes

Similar word(s): compliments, regard

Definition categories: communication, greeting, salutation

4. the particular preference that you have

- it was his last wish

- they should respect the wishes of the people

Definition categories: thought, druthers, preference

verb

1. hope for; have a wish

- I wish I could go home now

Definition categories: emotion, desire, want

2. prefer or wish to do something

Similar word(s): care, like

Definition categories: emotion, desire, want

3. make or express a wish

- I wish that Christmas were over

Definition categories: communication, express, utter, verbalise, verbalize

4. feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of

Definition categories: emotion, desire, want

5. order politely; express a wish for

Definition categories: communication, order

6. invoke upon

- wish you a nice evening

Similar word(s): bid

Definition categories: communication, greet, recognise, recognize