expectant
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Adjective — Filled with anticipation, waiting for something to happen.
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How to use expectant
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French expectant, from Latin expectans, "awaiting."
Full origin of expectant →Frequently asked questions
What does “expectant” mean?
The word “expectant” means filled with anticipation, waiting for something to happen. In plain terms, eagerly waiting for something, or pregnant.
How do you pronounce “expectant”?
“Expectant” is pronounced ihk-SPEHK-tuhnt (/ɪkˈspɛktənt/ in IPA).
How do you use “expectant” in a sentence?
Here is “expectant” used in a sentence: “The expectant crowd fell silent as the curtain rose.”
What part of speech is “expectant”?
“Expectant” is an adjective.
Where does the word “expectant” come from?
The word “expectant” comes from Latin. From Old French expectant, from Latin expectans, "awaiting.".
How many meanings does “expectant” have?
“Expectant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: filled with anticipation, waiting for something to happen.