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Meaning of expects
The primary meaning of the word "expects" is to regard something as likely to happen or be the case.
Etymology of expects
The word "expects" comes from the Old French word "expecter", which is derived from the Latin word "expectare", meaning "to await" or "to look out for"
The Latin word "expectare" is a combination of "ex" (meaning "out" or "forth") and "spectare" (meaning "to look" or "to see")
The word "expects" has been used in the English language since the 15th century to convey the idea of looking forward to or awaiting something
Synonyms
Definitions
- To regard something as likely to happen or be the case
- * To consider or suppose that something is probable or certain
- * To look forward to or await something, especially with enthusiasm or eagerness
Usage Examples
- She expects to graduate from college next year
- * He expects a lot from his employees
- * They expect to have a large crowd at the concert
- * The company expects to make a profit this year
Antonyms
doubts
questions
wonders
is unsure of
is uncertain of
is skeptical of
dismisses
rejects
denies
contradicts
opposes
resists
withholds
hesitates
delays
procrastinates
puts off
defers
postpones
suspends