a specific instance of feeling hopeful; it revived their hope of winning the pennant'

the general feeling that some desire will be fulfilled; in spite of his troubles he never gave up hope'

grounds for feeling hopeful about the future; there is little or no promise that he will recover

[ Syn: promise ]

someone (or something) on which expectations are centered; he was their best hope for a victory'

United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003)

[ Syn: hope , bob hope , leslie townes hope ]

one of the three Christian virtues

expect and wish; I trust you will behave better from now on; I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise

[ Syn: trust , desire ]

be optimistic; be full of hope; have hopes; I am still hoping that all will turn out well'

intend with some possibility of fulfilment; I hope to have finished this work by tomorrow evening

[ Syn: go for ]