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wish

noun

a specific feeling of desire; "he got his wish"; "he was above all wishing and desire"
Synonyms: want, wishing
an expression of some desire or inclination; "I could tell that it was his wish that the guests leave"; "his crying was an indirect request for attention"
Synonyms: indirect request
(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone''s welfare; "give him my kind regards"; "my best wishes"
Synonyms: compliments, regard
the particular preference that you have; "it was his last wish"; "they should respect the wishes of the people"

verb

hope for; have a wish; "I wish I could go home now"
prefer or wish to do something; "Do you care to try this dish?"; "Would you like to come along to the movies?"
Synonyms: care, like
have in mind; "I will take the exam tomorrow"
Synonyms: will
make or express a wish; "I wish that Christmas were over"
feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of
Synonyms: wish well Antonyms: begrudge, resent
order politely; express a wish for
invoke upon; "wish you a nice evening"; "bid farewell"
Synonyms: bid