well-wisher
/'wel'wi /
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Definition
Noun: A person who expresses good wishes, support, or hopes for another person's happiness and success. A well-wisher is someone who shares positive feelings and desires favorable outcomes for someone else.
Usage
A "well-wisher" is used to describe a supportive person, often in the context of public events, personal milestones, or challenging times. It refers to someone who offers encouragement without necessarily being a close friend or family member. - The term is commonly used in the plural form "well-wishers." - It often appears in news reports or narratives describing crowds of supportive people.
Examples
- The president thanked the crowd of well-wishers who had gathered outside the hospital.
- She was comforted by the cards and messages from well-wishers after her announcement.
- The team's well-wishers hoped they would win the championship.
Advanced Usage
- "To be surrounded by well-wishers": To have many people offering support and good wishes.
- After the performance, the singer was surrounded by adoring well-wishers.
- Used in formal or journalistic contexts to describe public support.
Variants and Related Words
- Well-wishing (noun): The act of expressing good wishes.
- We appreciate your well-wishing during this time.
Synonyms
- Supporter: A person who approves of and encourages someone or something.
- Sympathizer: A person who agrees with or supports a sentiment, opinion, or ideology.
- Admirer: A person who regards someone with respect and warm approval.
Antonyms
- Detractor: A person who disparages someone or something.
- Adversary: One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
Related Phrases
- Messages from well-wishers: A common phrase referring to cards, emails, or social media posts containing supportive messages.
- The family was overwhelmed by the messages from well-wishers.
Noun
- someone who shares your feelings or opinions and hopes that you will be successful