ADJ.
aching, all, best, natural
VERB + WISHFUL
bit, can't, dwelling, let, value
WISHFUL + NOUN
heart
PREP.
in, than, with
adj
Wished-for; desired, wanted.
The cry whereof entring the hollow cave / Eftsoones brought forth the villaine, as they ment, / With hope of her some wishfull boot to have.
Expressing a wish or longing for something.
When she weighed anchor I went to the waterside and looked at her with a very wishful and aching heart, and followed her with my eyes and tears until she was totally out of sight.
Aspiring, or seeking advancement.
adjective — desiring or striving for recognition or advancement
adjective — having or expressing desire for something
The formation of beliefs based on an outcome that aligns with one's desires or hopes, while disregarding evidence, rationality, or reality.
When you first come out, you might have an overactive gaydar. When I realized I was gay, I wanted everyone to be gay too, which led to a lot of wishful thinking. "Helen Hunt is gay
The cry whereof entring the hollow cave / Eftsoones brought forth the villaine, as they ment, / With hope of her some wishfull boot to have.
WiktionaryWhen she weighed anchor I went to the waterside and looked at her with a very wishful and aching heart, and followed her with my eyes and tears until she was totally out of sight.
WiktionaryThis business plan of yours seems almost too optimistic. All I can say is I hope it's more than just wishful thinking.
Tatoeba · #16893If you are hoping in what may happen without committed action, then stop. You're just dwelling in wishful thinking.
Tatoeba · #1502334This is nothing more than wishful thinking.
Tatoeba · #1654239Investors must distinguish between genuine value creation and wishful thinking.
Tatoeba · #1661696i Register
In some senses, wishful is marked as obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.