What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
expected
Example
The expected arrival time for the train is 3 pm. [expected: adjective]
Example
I expected him to be late because he's always tardy. [expected: verb]
predicted
Example
The weatherman predicted rain for tomorrow. [predicted: verb]
Example
The predicted outcome of the experiment was accurate. [predicted: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Expected is more commonly used in everyday language, while predicted is more common in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between expected and predicted?
Predicted is generally more formal than expected, as it is often used in technical or scientific contexts.
