expectations

NOUN

belief, anticipation

Synonyms

STRONGEST

assumption chance confidence fear forecast hope intention likelihood notion outlook possibility prediction promise prospect trust view

STRONG

apprehension assurance calculation conjecture design expectancy motive presumption probability reliance supposition surmise suspense

WEAK

looking forward

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disbelief distrust doubt hopelessness impossibility unlikelihood

STRONG

fact knowledge proof reality truth

Example Sentences

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"Expectations of multiple rate hikes are fading away, with only one hike now fully priced in, and not until next year," she added.

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026

Expectations for gradual Bank of Japan rate increases and Federal Reserve hikes pressure the yen lower against the dollar.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 1, 2026

Expectations for second-quarter earnings rose as the quarter progressed, an unusual pattern, according to FactSet’s John Butters.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026

Expectations of the proliferation of AI across industries and in consumer applications were premised on a massive build-out of the data centers needed to support the technology.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2026

"Great Expectations," Matilda read, "by Charles Dickens. I'd love to try it."

From "Matilda" by Roald Dahl