IPA: /ɪkˈspeɪʃiˌeɪt/
KK: /ɛkˈspeɪʃiˌeɪt/
Definition: To talk or write in detail about a topic, often at great length.
Example: During the lecture, the professor expatiated on the importance of climate change.
IPA: /ɛkˈspætriəˌtɪzəm/
KK: /ɛkˈspætriəˌtɪzəm/
Definition: The condition of living outside one's native country, often for work or personal reasons.
Example: Many people choose expatriatism to explore new cultures and opportunities abroad.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛkt/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛkt/
Definition: To be in a state of waiting for something to happen, often used to refer to pregnancy.
Example: My wife is expecting again.
Definition: To think that something will happen or that someone will arrive; to believe that something is likely or certain.
Example: I expect to receive my package by tomorrow.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktəbl/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktəbl/
Definition: Something that can be anticipated or predicted to happen; it is not surprising or unusual.
Example: The results of the experiment were expectable given the conditions we set.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktəbli/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktəbli/
Definition: In a way that can be anticipated or predicted based on previous knowledge or experience.
Example: The results of the experiment were expectably consistent with our hypothesis.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktəns/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktəns/
Definition: The state of expecting or looking forward to something, often related to hope or anticipation.
Example: Her expectance of a promotion motivated her to work harder.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktənsi/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktənsi/
Definition: The state of looking forward to something or the amount of time that someone is expected to live based on statistical data.
Example: The life expectancy in many countries has increased over the past few decades.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktənt/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktənt/
Definition: Describing a state of waiting or looking forward to something, often used to refer to someone who is pregnant or anticipating a significant event.
Example: The expectant mother prepared the nursery for her baby.
Definition: A person who is waiting for something to happen or looking forward to a future event.
Example: The expectant waited eagerly for the announcement of the winner.
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktəntli/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛktəntli/
Definition: In a way that shows you are waiting for something to happen or are hopeful about it.
Example: She looked at the door expectantly, waiting for her friend to arrive.
IPA: /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
KK: /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/
Definition: A strong belief or hope that something will happen in the future, often related to success or a specific outcome.
Example: She had high expectations for her exam results.
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