Expected
Definition
(v) past tense of âexpectâ (to think something will happen).
Example
"(adj ) : Rain was expected today, so we preferred to stay home."
"(v) : The manager expected the report to be ready by Monday, so he checked progress daily."
"(v) : The teacher expected students to submit homework on time, and most of them followed the instructions carefully."
Explanation
Expected (past form of âexpectâ) means something thought that would happen or planned in advance. It can be used as both an adjective or a verb. For example, rain was expected, so people took umbrellas. A guest is expected at 6 p.m., meaning they are likely to arrive then. It can also describe results, changes, or events that people think will happen. For example, the teacher expected students to finish homework on time. It shows what is normal, usual, or planned. For example, the bus arrived at the expected time, just as everyone thought it would.