hopeful

noun

Someone who is hoping for success or victory, especially as a candidate in a political election.

adjective

feeling hope

inspiring hope

Synonyms for hopeful

promisingadj optimisticadj hopingv aspirern aspirantn anticipativeadj optimistn encouragingadj eageradj brightadj hearteningadj confidentadj elatedadj awaitingv

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