Meaning & use

expectation

noun·Everyday

A strong belief that something will happen or a standard that someone hopes will be met.

See it in a sentence

Her parents had high expectations for her grades this semester.

The movie failed to live up to the expectations set by its trailer.

A note on using this word

'Expectation' often implies a belief about what should happen, which can lead to disappointment if reality falls short.

Words with a similar meaning

anticipationhope

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