expects

[ɪkˈspɛkts]

expects Definition

• 1. to believe that something will happen or someone will arrive, and to be prepared for it
• 2. to think that someone should do something

Using expects: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "expects" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I expect him to arrive any minute now.

• Example

  She expects to be treated with respect.

• Example

  We expect our employees to be punctual.

• Example

  The company expects to make a profit this year.

• Example

  He expects his team to win the championship.

expects Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for expects

• anticipate
• await
• hope
• predict
• foresee

Antonyms for expects

• doubt
• disbelieve
• ignore

Phrases with expects

• expect the unexpected

  be prepared for surprising events or situations

  Example

  When traveling, it's always best to expect the unexpected.

• expect great things

  have high hopes or expectations for someone or something

  Example

  The coach expects great things from the new recruit.

• expect the worst

  prepare for the worst possible outcome

  Example

  Although we hope for the best, we must expect the worst.

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Summary: expects in Brief

The verb 'expects' [ɪkˈspɛkts] means to believe that something will happen or someone will arrive, and to be prepared for it. It can also mean to think that someone should do something. Examples include 'I expect him to arrive any minute now' and 'We expect our employees to be punctual.' Phrases like 'expect the unexpected' and 'expect great things' are also common.