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expect Definition and Meaning in English (expect definition)

verb
Synonyms:anticipateawaitforesee
Quick Answer • Definition

Expect definition: To believe that something will happen or that someone will arrive.

Definitions of Expect

  1. 1verb

    To believe that something will happen or that someone will arrive.

  2. 2verb

    To require or demand something as appropriate or necessary.

  3. 3verb(colloquial)

    To be pregnant or to be going to have a baby.

Example Sentences

casual

“I expect him to arrive by noon.”

business

“We expect high standards from our employees.”

casual

“They are expecting their first child next month.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tenseexpected
present participleexpecting
nounexpectation
adjectiveexpectant
adverbexpectantly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

expect the worstexpression

To anticipate the most negative outcome possible.

expect too muchexpression

To have unrealistic or excessive hopes or demands.

expect a lot fromcollocation

To have high hopes or demands regarding someone's performance or behavior.

Frequently Asked Questions: Expect in English

What is the meaning of Expect in English?▼
Expect definition: To believe that something will happen or that someone will arrive.
How do you translate 'Expect' to English?▼
'Expect' translates to 'expect' in English. Expect definition: To believe that something will happen or that someone will arrive.
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