Hopefulness: meaning, definitions and examples

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hopefulness

 

[ หˆhษ™สŠpfสŠlnษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

feeling of

Hopefulness is the feeling of optimism and confidence about the future. It is the belief that things will get better and that there is a possibility for positive outcomes.

Synonyms

confidence, optimism, positivity

Examples of usage

  • I am filled with hopefulness that my dreams will come true.
  • Her hopefulness inspired those around her to keep pushing forward.
Context #2 | Noun

attitude towards

Hopefulness is an attitude of looking at life with a positive outlook, even in challenging situations. It involves maintaining faith and trust in the face of adversity.

Synonyms

faith, positivity, trust

Examples of usage

  • Despite the difficult circumstances, she maintained a sense of hopefulness.
  • The hopefulness in his eyes showed his unwavering belief in a better tomorrow.

Translations

Translations of the word "hopefulness" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น esperanรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค†เคถเคพเคตเคพเคฆเคฟเคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hoffnung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ harapan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฝะฐะดั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ nadzieja

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅธŒๆœ›

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท espoir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ esperanza

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท umut

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฃู…ู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nadฤ›je

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nรกdej

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅธŒๆœ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ upanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ von

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฏะผั–ั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒ›แƒ”แƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รผmid

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ esperanza

Word origin

The word 'hopefulness' originates from the Middle English word 'hopeful,' which came from the Old English word 'hopa' meaning 'expectation of something desired.' The concept of hopefulness has been a fundamental aspect of human nature throughout history, driving individuals to persevere in the face of challenges and uncertainties.

See also: hope, hopeful, hopefully, hopefuls, hopeless, hopelessly, hopelessness, hoping.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,068, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.