Synonyms of expected

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adjective

as in scheduled

being in accordance with the prescribed, normal, or logical course of events

the children did their chores, but not without the expected whining

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scheduled
• anticipated
• due
• slated
• awaited

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• late
• early
• delinquent
• belated
• overdue
• behind
• tardy
• premature
• dilatory
• unanticipated
• unforeseen
• latish
• untimely
• behindhand
• unlooked-for

expected

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verb

past tense of expect

as in anticipated

to believe in the future occurrence of (something)

we expect their arrival late this afternoon

Synonyms & Similar Words

• anticipated
• awaited
• predicted
• hoped (for)
• watched (for)
• looked forward to
• looked for
• viewed
• envisioned
• envisaged
• relied (on or upon)
• counted (on or upon)
• waited (for)
• foresaw
• depended (on or upon)
• assumed
• presumed
• prophesied
• contemplated
• foretold
• banked on
• presupposed
• eyed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• questioned
• doubted

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of expected

Adjective

An expected lockout could drag into 2027, further limiting the Padres’ opportunities to compete with their expensive veterans. — Dennis Lin, New York Times, 23 July 2026

In all, a solid spec sheet that delivers the expected yearly upgrades. — Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 22 July 2026

As an expected Finance Committee vote on the sale was canceled Monday, Conway again highlighted the financial link. — Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 17 July 2026

Scenes depicting Charles building the family’s new home, a robbery and even an expected pregnancy illustrate all of this. — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 July 2026

When the expected change fails to occur, the position deserves to be reviewed. — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Saturday, of the expected 56,000 participants, 44% are Peachtree first-timers, a group that undoubtedly includes thousands entering any kind of race for the first time. — Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 1 July 2026

Sportswear giant Nike posted quarterly earnings that topped forecasts, aided by an expected refund of nearly $986 million in tariffs. — Justina Lee, CNBC, 1 July 2026

The expected vote percentage, or EEVP, is an estimate of the total number of votes that will eventually be certified. — Vanessa Martínez, Los Angeles Times, 27 June 2026

Verb

That number is expected to rise dramatically in the coming years, further impeding scientific discovery. — Chris Young july 28, Refractor, 28 July 2026

As the league continues to evaluate officiating and implement new resources, WNBA leadership, players and coaches are expected to remain engaged in conversations about improving consistency on the court. — Roberta F. Rodrigues, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026

Charlotte is expected to see a high of 94 degrees Tuesday, with a low of 72 tonight. — Mark Price july 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 July 2026

The Rookie will soon enter its ninth season, with new episodes expected to premiere in early 2027. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 28 July 2026

Meanwhile, the county task force is expected to submit a pitch for stadium site use by late August or early September. — Ilana Arougheti july 28, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026

Trump will meet separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today for talks expected to focus on the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, a White House official said. — Mustafa Qadri, CNN Money, 28 July 2026

Cal Quantrill is expected to be the starting pitcher for the Rangers. — Cal Phillips updated July 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 July 2026

Superstar teammate Mookie Betts is also expected to skip the July 23 event. — Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026