wishing

(noun) a specific feeling of desire. Synonyms: wish, want. Examples: "He got his wish." "He was above all wishing and desire."

(verb) hope for; have a wish. Synonyms: wish. Example: "I wish i could go home now."

(verb) prefer or wish to do something. Synonyms: wish, care, like. Examples: "Do you care to try this dish?." "Would you like to come along to the movies?."

(verb) make or express a wish. Synonyms: wish. Example: "I wish that christmas were over."

(verb) feel or express a desire or hope concerning the future or fortune of. Synonyms: wish, wish well.

(verb) order politely; express a wish for. Synonyms: wish.

(verb) invoke upon. Synonyms: wish, bid. Examples: "Wish you a nice evening." "Bid farewell."