Good wishes: meaning, definitions and examples

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good wishes

 

[ ɡʊd ˈwɪʃɪz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

positive emotions

Positive thoughts or desires for someone's well-being or success.

Synonyms

best regards, blessings, positive vibes.

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Word Description / Examples
good wishes

Use 'good wishes' in a general context when you are hoping for someone's success or happiness. It is a versatile and friendly way to convey your kind hopes.

  • Sending you good wishes on your new job!; I have good wishes for your upcoming journey
blessings

'Blessings' is usually used with a spiritual or religious connotation, wishing someone divine favor or protection.

  • May you receive all the blessings of the season; I just wanted to send you my blessings for a happy and healthy year
best regards

'Best regards' is more formal and is often used at the end of a letter or email to convey respect and good intentions.

  • Thank you for your time and consideration
  • Best regards, John; Please let me know if you need any more information
  • Best regards, Sarah
positive vibes

This phrase is more casual and often used in informal settings to wish someone good energy or a positive outlook.

  • Sending positive vibes your way for the big test!; Just wanted to send you some positive vibes and cheer you up

Examples of usage

  • I send you my good wishes for your upcoming job interview.
  • Her good wishes helped me stay positive during a difficult time.
Context #2 | Noun

greetings

Expressions of hope for someone's happiness or success.

Synonyms

congratulations, greetings, well-wishes.

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good wishes

Use this term to express a desire for someone's happiness or success in a general or non-specific scenario.

  • Sending you my good wishes for a speedy recovery
greetings

Often used as a formal or polite way to begin a communication, like letters, emails, or during festive occasions.

  • Season's greetings to you and your family
well-wishes

Similar to 'good wishes,' this term is used to convey a supportive and positive message, often during times of illness or hardship.

  • Sending you well-wishes for a quick recovery
congratulations

Appropriate to use when acknowledging someone's achievement or a special occasion, such as promotions, graduations, or weddings.

  • Congratulations on your new job!

Examples of usage

  • He greeted her with good wishes for her birthday.
  • The card was filled with warm good wishes for the holiday season.

Translations

Translations of the word "good wishes" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bons desejos

🇮🇳 शुभकामनाएं

🇩🇪 gute Wünsche

🇮🇩 harapan baik

🇺🇦 добрі побажання

🇵🇱 dobre życzenia

🇯🇵 良い願い

🇫🇷 bons vœux

🇪🇸 buenos deseos

🇹🇷 iyi dilekler

🇰🇷 좋은 소망

🇸🇦 أطيب التمنيات

🇨🇿 dobrá přání

🇸🇰 dobré želania

🇨🇳 美好的祝愿

🇸🇮 dobre želje

🇮🇸 góðar óskir

🇰🇿 жақсы тілектер

🇬🇪 კეთილი სურვილები

🇦🇿 yaxşı arzular

🇲🇽 buenos deseos

Etymology

The phrase 'good wishes' originated from the idea of sending positive thoughts and desires to others. It has been used for centuries as a way to express care, support, and hope for someone's well-being or success. The concept of wishing someone 'good' can be traced back to ancient traditions of blessings and well-wishes. Over time, 'good wishes' has become a common phrase used in various cultures to convey positive intentions and greetings.