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expecting

[ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ]

expecting Definition

  • 1having a belief or hope that something, especially something good, will happen or be the case
  • 2pregnant; carrying an unborn child

Using expecting: Examples

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

  • Example

    She is expecting a promotion at work.

  • Example

    I'm expecting a package in the mail today.

  • Example

    They are expecting a baby in the fall.

  • Example

    He wasn't expecting to see her at the party.

expecting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for expecting

Antonyms for expecting

Phrases with expecting

  • thinking that the worst possible thing will happen

    Example

    After hearing about the hurricane, she was expecting the worst.

  • having high hopes or expectations for something

    Example

    The team is expecting great things from their new coach.

  • anticipating guests or visitors

    Example

    She spent all morning cleaning the house because she was expecting company.

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Summary: expecting in Brief

The term 'expecting' [ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ] refers to having a belief or hope that something good will happen or being pregnant. It can be used in phrases like 'expecting the worst,' which means thinking that the worst possible thing will happen, and 'expecting great things,' which means having high hopes or expectations for something.