expectation
nounfeminine/ɐjʃ.pɨk.tɐ.ˈti.vɐ/high
ex·pec·ta·ti·va
Definition
A strong belief that something will happen or be the case in the future.
The product failed to meet customer expectations.
There is an expectation that prices will rise.
Common collocations
high expectationslive up to expectationsexpectation of lifebeyond expectations
Etymology
Do latim 'expectativa', de 'expectare' (esperar, aguardar).