Word EXPECTATION: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

expectation

🇺🇸 [ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən]

Meanings

A belief or assumption about what will happen in the future; the feeling of looking forward to something.

Examples

• There were high expectations for her performance in the competition.
• The expectation of success motivated him to work harder.
• The company's expectations for growth are optimistic.

Synonyms

anticipation • hope • outlook

Antonyms

doubt • uncertainty • disappointment