Meaning of wish in English | Powered by Free Dictionary API

noun

• A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.

• An expression of such a desire, often connected with ideas of magic and supernatural power.

• The thing desired or longed for.

  Example: My dearest wish is to see them happily married.

• A water meadow.

verb

• To desire; to want.

  Example: I'll come tomorrow, if you wish it.

• To hope (+ object clause with may or in present subjunctive).

• (followed by for) To hope (for a particular outcome).

• (ditransitive) To bestow (a thought or gesture) towards (someone or something).

  Example: We wish you a Merry Christmas.

• (followed by to and an infinitive) To request or desire to do an activity.

• To recommend; to seek confidence or favour on behalf of.