WISHING Meaning and
Definition
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Wishing is a verb that refers to a desire or longing for something that is not presently within one's grasp. It involves forming a mental or emotional expression of wanting and hoping for a particular outcome or situation. Wishing typically arises from a personal yearning for an improvement or change in one's life circumstances.
The act of wishing often incorporates elements of imagination and visualization, as individuals mentally picture or daydream about the desired outcome. It can involve wishing for both tangible and intangible objects, events, or circumstances, ranging from material possessions, such as wealth or possessions, to personal achievements, like success or happiness.
Wishing can take various forms and expressions. It may involve making a wish upon a specific event, such as blowing out candles on a birthday cake or tossing a coin into a fountain. Additionally, wishing is commonly associated with superstitions, where individuals believe that expressing a wish in certain circumstances may invoke good luck or make the wish more likely to come true.
While wishing provides individuals with a sense of hope and motivation, it should be recognized as an emotive expression rather than a concrete action. Wishing alone does not guarantee the fulfillment of desires; it requires supplementary efforts, actions, or opportunities to bring about the desired outcome. Nevertheless, wishing remains a vital aspect of human nature, reflecting the universal desire for improved circumstances and a better future.
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Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of WISHING
The word "wishing" originated from the verb "wish", which finds its roots in the Old English word "wiscan". "Wiscan" means "to wish, desire, or long for". The Proto-Germanic source of "wiscan" is "wiskijaną", and it is related to the Old Norse word "þvisk" and the Gothic word "wunnan". These words all share the basic meaning of "to desire" or "to strive for". The term "wishing" has been in use in English since the 14th century.
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Conjugate verb Wishing
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