Wish″ful (?), a. [Cf. Wistful.] 1. Having desire, or ardent desire; longing.
2. Showing desire; as, wishful eyes.
From Scotland am I stolen, even of pure love
To greet mine own land with my wishful sight. Shak.
3. Desirable; exciting wishes. Chapman.
— Wish″ful‐ly, adv. — Wish″ful‐ness, n.