Definition

Filled with or inspiring a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen.

Example

She had a hoping look in her eyes as she waited for the news.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I just finished reading that book you recommended.

What did you think? Was it hoping enough for you?

Definitely! The ending left me feeling really hoping about the characters' futures.

That’s great to hear! I love when stories do that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The feeling of wanting something to happen or believing that it will happen.

Example

Her hoping for a better future kept her motivated.

Conversation

I'm really hoping for good news about the job.

Me too! You've been working so hard for this opportunity.

Yeah, it's tough not to think about it constantly.

Definition

To want something to happen or to be true, often with a feeling of expectation.

Example

I am hoping to see my friends this weekend.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I’m really hoping to get tickets for the concert next week.

That would be awesome! I’ve heard it’s going to be a great show.

Yeah, I’m hoping they don’t sell out before I can buy them.

Root Explanation

Hoping → It is formed from "hope" (from Old English *hopian*, meaning to wish or desire) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "hoping" refers to the action of wishing or desiring something to happen.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old English word for wishing or desiring — that's what hoping means, the action of wishing for something.

Visually Confused Words