Hope Definition
hope
noun
- 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"
- 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)
- one of the three Christian virtues
verb
- expect and wish; "I trust you will behave better from now on"; "I hope she understands that she cannot expect a raise"
- 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"
"Hope" in song lyrics
See how hope is used in real songs:
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"To boast the most or get spiritual hope"
1200 Techniques — Where Ur At? -
"Colors of hope"
3 Melancholy Gypsies — Beautiful Mind -
"Never give up, never lose hope"
8Ball and Devius f/ Montana Trax — Street Dreams
Words that rhyme with hope
Usage tips for "hope"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hope" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hope to find words that pair well.