wishful

anhelante

Que muestra un fuerte deseo de que algo ocurra o sea verdad.

En inglés sencillo: Showing that you strongly want something to happen or be true.

• That is just wishful thinking.
• He gave the cake a wishful look.
• Her wishful smile showed how much she wanted to join us.

Sinónimos: hopeful, longing

Expresiones frecuentes: wishful thinking, a wishful look, a wishful sigh

ambicioso

Que desea tener éxito o alcanzar una posición más alta.

En inglés sencillo: Wanting to become successful or reach a higher position.

• The wishful youth hoped to become a judge.
• A wishful student sought a place at the famous school.
• These wishful young officers were eager for promotion.

Sinónimos: ambitious, aspiring

Expresiones frecuentes: a wishful youth, a wishful student