1. the quality or state of being wishful; having or expressing a desire for something

Examples

• There was a note of wishfulness in her voice when she spoke about traveling.
• His wishfulness for a better job motivated him to study harder.
• The child’s wishfulness for a pet was evident in every conversation.
• She looked at the college brochure with obvious wishfulness.
• The wishfulness in his eyes revealed his true feelings.
• Despite her wishfulness, she knew the plan was unrealistic.