Meaning of 'wish'

noun

the particular preference that you have

Example: "It was their last wish."

noun

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

Synonyms: regard

noun

an expression of some desire or inclination

Example: "I could tell that it was their wish that the guests leave."

Synonyms: indirect request

noun

a specific feeling of desire

Example: "I got my wish."

Synonyms: wishing want

verb

invoke upon

Example: "wish you a nice evening"

verb

order politely

Example: "express a wish for"

verb

make or express a wish

Example: "I wish that Christmas were over"

verb

hope for

Example: "have a wish"

verb

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

Synonyms: wish well

verb

prefer or wish to do something

Synonyms: care