well-wishes
|well/wish/es|
B1
/wɛl ˈwɪʃɪz/
(well-wish)
expressing good will
Etymology
Etymology Information
'well-wish' originates from Old English, specifically the words 'wel' meaning 'well' and 'wȳscan' meaning 'to wish'.
Historical Evolution
'wel wȳscan' transformed into the Middle English 'wel wishen', and eventually became the modern English word 'well-wish'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to wish someone well', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
expressions of good will or hope for someone's success or happiness.
She sent her well-wishes to the newlyweds.
Synonyms
Antonyms
ill-wishescurses
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/17 22:21