wish

  • (noun): A desire, hope, or longing for something or for something to happen.
  • (noun): An expression of such a desire, often connected with ideas of magic and supernatural power.
  • (noun): The thing desired or longed for.
  • (noun): A water meadow.
  • (verb): To desire; to want.
  • (verb): To hope (+ object clause with may or in present subjunctive).
  • (verb): (followed by for) To hope (for a particular outcome).
  • (verb): (ditransitive) To bestow (a thought or gesture) towards (someone or something).
  • (verb): (followed by to and an infinitive) To request or desire to do an activity.
  • (verb): To recommend; to seek confidence or favour on behalf of.
  • My dearest wish is to see them happily married.
  • I'll come tomorrow, if you wish it.
  • We wish you a Merry Christmas.