expect

Definition

To predict or believe that something will happen

Etymology

From Latin expectāre, infinitive form of exspectō (“look out for, await, expect”), from ex (“out”) + spectō (“look at”), frequentative of speciō (“see”).

Example Sentences

• "when you least expect it"
• "I expect to be able to walk again after getting over my broken leg."
• "The hostage is expected to be released later today."

Related Words