Hopeful

Alternative forms

• hopefull archaic

Origin

hope + -ful

Full definition of hopeful

Adjective

1. Feeling hope.I have been very hopeful.I am hopeful that I will recover from the disease.
2. Inspiring hope.

Antonyms

• hopeless
• desperate
• dejected

Noun

1. Somebody who is hoping for success or victory.Several presidential hopefuls are campaigning in New Hampshire this week.