wishes

NOUN

will

Synonyms

STRONGEST

attitude character decision desire determination discipline feeling inclination intention mind passion power resolution resolve wish

STRONG

aim appetite conviction craving decisiveness decree design discretion disposition fancy hankering liking longing option pining pleasure preference prerogative purpose self-control self-discipline self-restraint temperament urge velleity volition willfulness willpower yearning

WEAK

heart's desire

Antonyms

STRONGEST

dislike hate hatred indecision question wavering weakness

STRONG

distaste indifference thoughtlessness

Example Sentences

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This might help to prevent distant biological relatives from contesting the wishes of the deceased, said Avi Kestenbaum, a partner at Meltzer, Lippe, Goldstein & Breitstone.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

Manx Care CEO Teresa Cope told Manx Radio Motorsport the organisation's "thoughts and best wishes are with all of the people who were involved in yesterday's incident and those who witnessed it".

From BBC • May 26, 2026

Owens has separately accused Kirk’s widow, Erika, along with Turning Point USA, of using artificial intelligence to forge Kirk’s dying wishes.

From Salon • May 23, 2026

There has been considerable anticipation around whether he can chart a policy course that differs from the president’s wishes ahead of crucial midterm elections in November.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

A part of me still wishes that I could return to dancing.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day

wishes

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