Synonyms for

Expectations

Verb / ˌekspeˈkteɪʃʌnz / Another word for expectations — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Expectations are the things that people or situations are expected to do or be.

Synonyms & similar words

anticipation expectedvalue expectation outlook arithmeticmean prospect firstmoment anticipation hope outlook prospect forecast expectancy presumption promise assumption belief confidence conviction faith reliance trust view perspective thought vision imagination

Synonyms by register

Formal

anticipation prospects prognostication presumption

Informal

hopes what's coming what to look forward to

Literary

auguries portents omens

Antonyms

uncertainty surprise doubt disappointment unforeseen unlikelihood

Common collocations

  • meet expectations
  • exceed expectations
  • below expectations
  • high expectations
  • low expectations
  • manage expectations
  • set expectations
  • against expectations

Word family

noun expectation
verb expect
adjective expected
adverb expectedly

Usage note

Often used in the plural. Can refer to a belief about what will happen or a requirement that must be met.

Example sentences

  1. I have high expectations for myself.
  2. The expectations for this project were unrealistic.
  3. I didn't meet my parents' expectations on my report card.
  4. The company failed to meet their customers' expectations.
  5. She exceeded everyone's expectations with her performance.

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