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Hopefulness (noun) means the state of feeling hopeful.

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The state of feeling hopeful.

""In the Memory of the Forest" is remarkable for the acuity of its moral vision and the vivacity of its language; what makes it extraordinary is its persuasive hopefulness." — Ken Kalfus, The Disappeared (1997)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Antonyms

hopelessness

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despair hopelessness respair

Rhymes for hopefulness

usefulness mindfulness faithfulness forgetfulness resourcefulness

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What is the meaning of hopefulness?

"hopefulness" (noun) means the state of feeling hopeful.

What is the opposite of hopefulness?

The opposite of "hopefulness" is hopelessness.

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