The Opposite(Antonym) of “expect”
The antonyms of expect are doubt, disbelieve, and ignore. These words convey a lack of belief or confidence in something or someone.
Explore all Antonyms of “expect”
Definitions and Examples of doubt, disbelieve, ignore
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
To be uncertain or skeptical about something; to lack confidence in its truth or likelihood.
Example
I doubt he will show up on time, given his track record.
To reject as untrue or unworthy of belief; to refuse to accept something as real or factual.
Example
I disbelieve the conspiracy theory because it lacks evidence.
To pay no attention to something or someone; to disregard or overlook it intentionally.
Example
She chose to ignore the warning signs and ended up regretting it.
Key Differences: doubt vs disbelieve vs ignore
- 1Doubt implies uncertainty or skepticism, while expect implies a belief or anticipation.
- 2Disbelieve suggests a rejection of something as untrue, while expect suggests a positive anticipation.
- 3Ignore implies a deliberate disregard or lack of attention, while expect implies a hopeful anticipation.
Effective Usage of doubt, disbelieve, ignore
- 1Express Doubt: Use doubt to express uncertainty or skepticism about something.
- 2Reject Beliefs: Use disbelieve to reject beliefs or ideas that lack evidence or credibility.
- 3Disregard Attention: Use ignore to indicate a lack of attention or disregard for something or someone.
Remember this!
The antonyms of expect convey a lack of belief or confidence in something or someone. Use doubt to express uncertainty or skepticism, disbelieve to reject beliefs or ideas, and ignore to indicate a lack of attention or disregard.
