CEFR B1

expectation

noun

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: hope, anticipation, prospect, apprehension

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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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