Definitions

high hopes

NOUN

anticipation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apprehension hope joy prospect

STRONG

contemplation expectancy foresight foretaste impatience outlook preconception premonition preoccupation prescience presentiment promise trust

WEAK

awaiting looking forward

Antonyms

STRONG

ignorance

WEAK

amazement astonishment doubt fear sensation surprise unreadiness wonder

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But denim giant Levi Strauss’s optimism remained intact on Wednesday, helped by gains in tops and women’s clothing and high hopes for what it is calling “denim luxury.”

From MarketWatch • Jul. 9, 2026

America's founders had high hopes for their new nation.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

WSJ: You have expressed equally high hopes that your influencers will ignite social buzz.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

I had high hopes for this guy, and we made plans for a second date.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

The Fugees were scheduled to play a morning game on Sunday, but Luma didn’t have high hopes.

From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John

high hopes

Example Sentences

Related Words