Synonyms of expectations

expectations

noun

plural of expectation

as in anticipations

the act or state of looking forward to some occurrence

in expectation of a harsh winter, we budgeted more money than usual for the cost of heating our home

Synonyms & Similar Words

• anticipations
• expectancies
• expectances
• prospects
• contemplations
• alarms
• misgivings
• apprehensions
• dreads
• forebodings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of expectations

You may simply be overstimulated, tired, or craving time without expectations. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026

And because of that 2025 performance (or lack thereof), expectations were quite tempered for this club coming into 2026. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Writer-director Joshua Giuliano, making his feature debut, understands the mechanics of the slasher-thriller in a deep way, having fun with audience expectations as a trio of siblings take a boat trip to dispose of their father’s ashes. — Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026

Madar said its results exceeded expectations and opened Cavalli in key worldwide markets. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026

Just as Guthrie’s song is a little edgier than it’s always been given credit for, Clark’s song gently upends some of the expectations that might arise nowadays for any song celebrating America. — Chris Willman, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Why Leadership Visibility Has Become A Strategic Asset Consumer and workforce expectations have changed. — Ismael El Qudsi, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

The Myles Garrett acquisition and a reigning MVP at quarterback have expectations soaring in La-La Land. — Adam Coleman, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026

Still, don’t attach yourself to their expectations of you without recognizing your self-worth first and foremost. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026