Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
expectative
Adjective
/ɛkˈspɛk.tə.tɪv/
Definition
Relating to or indicating an expectation.
Examples
- The expectative nature of the economy made investors cautious.
- She had an expectative glance, hoping for positive news.
- His expectative attitude influenced the team’s morale.
Meaning
The term expectative is used to describe something that is founded on or leads to an anticipation or expectation of future events.
Synonyms
- Anticipatory
- Expectant
- Hopeful
