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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“The expectation’s the same,” Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis said of his undermanned group.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 19, 2023

“Pressure is a tough thing and expectation’s a tough thing, and that comes with the territory of being one of the greatest in the sport, ever,” U.S. ski team head women’s coach Paul Kristofic said.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 17, 2022

That consumer expectation’s been completely reset, everybody wants affordable two-day shipping.

From The Verge • May 4, 2021

“The expectation’s to get through that wall, get over that hump,” Wall said.

From Washington Post • Sep. 28, 2015

Gnatho Your help! my expectation’s all in you.

From The Comedies of Terence by Colman, George