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WISHFULLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does wishfully mean?
• WISHFULLY (adverb)
The adverb WISHFULLY has 1 sense:
1. in a wishful manner
Familiarity information: WISHFULLY used as an adverb is very rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a wishful manner
Context example:
he wishfully indulged in dreams of fame
Pertainym:
wishful (having or expressing desire for something)
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