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Topic: Feelings

expectantly

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktəntli/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktəntli/

adverb

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.

expectation

IPA: /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/

KK: /ˌɛkspɛkˈteɪʃən/

noun

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.

expectative

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktətɪv/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktətɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of expecting or anticipating something.

Example: The expectative nature of her comments suggested that she was hoping for a positive response.

expected

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktɪd/

adjective

Definition: Something that is anticipated or believed to happen soon.

Example: The expected rain will help the crops grow.

verb

Definition: To think that something will happen or that something should be true.

Example: She expected to receive a reply by the end of the week.

expectedness

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktɪdnəs/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktɪdnəs/

noun

Definition: The condition of being anticipated or looked forward to.

Example: The expectedness of the event made everyone excited.

expecter

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktər/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktər/

noun

Definition: A person who anticipates or looks forward to something happening.

Example: The expecter waited eagerly for the news about the job application.

expecting

IPA: /ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ/

KK: /ɪkˈspɛktɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Referring to a woman or female animal who is pregnant and waiting to give birth.

Example: The expecting mother attended her prenatal classes with excitement.

verb

Definition: To think that something will happen or that something is true.

Example: She is expecting a package to arrive today.

explicit

IPA: /ɪkˈsplɪsɪt/

KK: /ɪkˈsplɪsɪt/

adjective

Definition: Clearly and directly expressed, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

Example: The teacher gave explicit instructions on how to complete the assignment.

exposed

IPA: /ɪkˈspoʊzd/

KK: /ɪkˈspoʊzd/

adjective

Definition: Not covered or hidden, allowing something to be seen or affected.

Example: The exposed roots of the tree were visible above the ground.

verb

Definition: To have made something visible or known, often by removing a covering or protection.

Example: The artist exposed the canvas to sunlight to dry the paint.

expostulation

IPA: /ɛkˌspɒstʃəˈleɪʃən/

KK: /ɛkˌspɑːstʃəˈleɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A serious discussion or argument meant to persuade someone to change their mind or behavior.

Example: After much expostulation, she finally agreed to reconsider her decision.

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