Basic Details
Word: Hopefully
Part of Speech: Adverb
Meaning: A word used to express a desire or hope that something will happen.
Synonyms: Optimistically, ideally, with any luck
Antonyms: Unlikely, pessimistically
Idioms and Phrases
- Hopefully, it will all work out: A phrase used to express hope for a positive outcome. Example: "After weeks of planning, hopefully, it will all work out on the day of the event."
- The hope springs eternal: This means people always look for hope, even when situations seem bleak. Example: "Even after facing several setbacks, she believes hope springs eternal and continues to try."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Hopefully, we will have a sunny day for our picnic this Saturday.
Example 2: She studied hard for her exams, and hopefully, she will achieve good marks.
Example 3: Hopefully, the new playground equipment will arrive by next week for all the children to enjoy.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "hopefully" has been used in the English language since the 14th century? Originally, it was used to mean something done full of hope, but over time, it evolved into the way we use it today to express hope for the future.
Famous Quote
"Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." - Desmond Tutu
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "hopefully" mean?
a) A way to express despair
b) A way to express happiness
c) A way to express a desire or hope
d) A way to express anger
Answer: c) A way to express a desire or hope
2. Which of these is a synonym of "hopefully"?
a) Pessimistically
b) Unkindly
c) Optimistically
d) Rarely
Answer: c) Optimistically
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "hopefully"?
a) Fortunately
b) Unlikely
c) Cheerfully
d) Expectantly
Answer: b) Unlikely
4. Which sentence uses "hopefully" correctly?
a) Hopefully, we can go to the zoo this weekend.
b) Hopefully, he is tall as a tree.
c) The flower grew hopefully in the sun.
d) She ran hopefully to catch the bus.
Answer: a) Hopefully, we can go to the zoo this weekend.
5. What does the phrase "hope springs eternal" mean?
a) Hope never disappears
b) Hope can be lost at any moment
c) Hope is only for the lucky
d) Hope is a bad thing
Answer: a) Hope never disappears
