Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
expectation
noun
/ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
Definition
A strong belief that something will happen or be the case.
Examples
- She has high expectations for her future career.
- His expectation of receiving a promotion motivated him to work harder.
- The team’s expectation of winning the championship was evident during practice.
Meaning
Expectation refers to the anticipation or hope for the occurrence of a certain event or outcome. It is the assumption that something will take place based on personal beliefs or past experiences.
Synonyms
- anticipation
- hope
- belief
- assumption
- outlook
