expectation (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
Definition
A strong belief that something will happen or be the case.
Examples
The company's earnings report fell short of market expectations.
His promotion was a pleasant surprise, as it was beyond his wildest expectations.
We must manage customer expectations to ensure satisfaction.
How to Use expectation
- expectation of (prepositional phrase)
- A belief about what will happen in relation to something. — "The expectation of a bonus influenced his decision to stay."
- in expectation of (prepositional phrase)
- Waiting for something to happen. — "They waited in expectation of good news."
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