expected
|ex-pect-ed|
B1
/ɪkˈspɛktɪd/
(expect)
anticipated manner
Etymology
Etymology Information
'expect' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'expectare,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'spectare' meant 'to look at.'
Historical Evolution
'expectare' transformed into the Old French word 'expecter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'expect' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to look out for,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to regard as likely to happen.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'expect'.
She expected him to arrive on time.
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Adjective 1
regarded as likely to happen or anticipated.
The expected outcome was not achieved.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39