Hopeful

Pronunciation: /ˈhoʊpfəl/

Definitions of hopeful

adjective expressing or inspiring hope; optimistic

Example Sentences

A1 I am hopeful that I will pass my English exam.

A2 She felt hopeful about her chances of getting the job.

B1 Despite the setbacks, he remained hopeful that things would improve.

B2 The team is feeling hopeful about their chances of winning the championship.

C1 The hopeful candidate prepared extensively for the interview.

C2 The scientist was hopeful that the new treatment would lead to a breakthrough in cancer research.

Examples of hopeful in a Sentence

formal The candidate remained hopeful despite the early poll results showing a slight disadvantage.

informal I'm feeling hopeful about the upcoming test after studying all night.

slang I'm hopeful that my crush will finally ask me out on a date.

figurative The sun peeking through the clouds made me feel hopeful for a better day ahead.

Grammatical Forms of hopeful

• past tense: hoped
• plural: hopefuls
• comparative: more hopeful
• superlative: most hopeful
• present tense: hope
• future tense: will hope
• perfect tense: have hoped
• continuous tense: hoping
• singular: hopeful
• positive degree: hopeful
• infinitive: to hope
• gerund: hoping
• participle: hopeful

Origin and Evolution of hopeful

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'hopeful' originated from the Old English word 'hopful' which meant full of hope or confidence.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'hopeful' has retained its original meaning of being full of hope or confidence. However, its usage has expanded to describe someone who is optimistic or has positive expectations for the future.