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- pronunciation:
- ihk
spekt
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
expects, expecting, expected |
| definition 1: |
to hope for or look forward to.
They expected a letter from their son to arrive soon.- synonyms:
- anticipate, await, hope for
- antonyms:
- doubt
- similar words:
- bank on, calculate upon, count on, foresee, predict, think, trust, wait for, watch for
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| definition 2: |
to know in advance or believe certain or likely to happen.
They expected the enemy's attack, and they were ready to defend themselves.- synonyms:
- anticipate, foresee
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| definition 3: |
to require (someone) to do something, or believe that someone will do something that is wanted.
The father expected his son to continue the family business.Good behavior is expected of students at this school. |
| definition 4: |
to consider fitting or proper in a particular situation.
We expect an apology from you right now.We expected a clean room at the hotel.You're expected to take off your hat when you enter. |
| definition 5: |
(informal) to guess or suppose.
I expect you're tired after your run.- synonyms:
- guess, presume, reckon, suppose
- similar words:
- suspect
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| related words: |
await, hope, presume |
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