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🎯expectation

noun
/ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
expectancy expected

Meaning

a strong belief that something will happen or be the case
a strong belief that something will happen or be the case; anticipation

Example Sentences

The students had high expectations for their exam results.

The new teacher exceeded everyone's expectations with her innovative teaching methods.

Example Expressions

beyond expectations

Synonyms

anticipation, hope, belief, outlook, assumption, prospect
Entry 1
anticipation, hope, belief, outlook, assumption
Entry 2
anticipation, hope, prospect, assumption

Antonyms

doubt, disbelief, hopelessness, despair, uncertainty
Entry 1
doubt, disbelief, hopelessness
Entry 2
despair, hopelessness, doubt, uncertainty

Collocations

high expectation, meet expectation, raise expectation, beyond expectation, high expectations, meet expectations, beyond expectations
Entry 1
high expectation, meet expectation, raise expectation, beyond expectation
Entry 2
high expectations, meet expectations, beyond expectations

More Example Sentences

Managing client expectations is an extremely important skill in freelancing.

I do not want you to have false expectations, so I am telling you in advance.

If we adjust the expectations, I will be able to deliver even better results.

When expectations are not clear, it creates misunderstandings and frustration.

I want to make sure that we are both starting the work with the same expectations.

I give my best effort at work, but meeting unrealistic expectations is not possible.

Starting work with unrealistic expectations leads to frustration for both parties later.

I firmly believe that clear expectations are the foundation of efficient work performance.

How much has the present government been successful to fulfill the expectation of the people?

How much has the present government of the USA been successful to fulfill the expectation of the common people?

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