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wishful thinking

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun wishful thinking has 1 sense
  1. wishful thinking - the illusion that what you wish for is actually true
    --1 is a kind of
    illusion, fantasy, phantasy, fancy

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Term: Wishful Thinking

Description:

Wishful thinking refers to the act of believing or hoping for something to be true or happen, despite evidence or realistic chances to the contrary. It often involves imagining a desired outcome without considering the practicality or feasibility of achieving it.

Examples:

As a Noun (Sense 1):

Her dream of becoming a world-famous singer was nothing more than wishful thinking.

Despite the overwhelming odds, the team's wishful thinking led them to believe they could win the championship.

As a Noun (Sense 2):

Using positive affirmations alone is just wishful thinking; action is necessary to achieve your goals.

Politicians often resort to wishful thinking when making promises they can't fulfill.

As an Adjective:

The infographic presented a wishful thinking approach to solving the complex issue.

His wishful thinking demeanor was evident every time he spoke about his unrealistic plans for the future.

As an Adverb:

She desperately wished for a change, but she knew she couldn't simply rely on wishful thinking.

He approached the situation wishfully thinking it would turn out in his favor, but he was quickly disappointed.

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