Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspɛktənt/
noun a person who is expecting a baby
A1 The expectant mother is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her baby.
A2 The expectant parents are busy preparing the nursery for their new arrival.
B1 The expectant couple attended prenatal classes to learn more about childbirth.
B2 The expectant mother is filled with joy and anticipation as her due date approaches.
C1 The expectant father is feeling a mix of excitement and nervousness as the birth of his child nears.
C2 The expectant family is looking forward to welcoming their newest member with open arms.
adjective feeling or showing excitement about something that is going to happen
A1 She was expectant with her first child.
A2 The crowd grew expectant as they waited for the performer to take the stage.
B1 The expectant mother was filled with excitement and anticipation as her due date approached.
B2 The expectant couple had been preparing for the arrival of their baby for months.
C1 The expectant atmosphere in the room was palpable as the award winner was about to be announced.
C2 The expectant silence in the courtroom was broken by the judge's verdict.
formal The expectant mother was glowing with anticipation as she awaited the arrival of her baby.
informal She's so expectant, I think the baby will be here any day now!
slang My friend is super expectant about becoming a dad soon.
figurative The garden was expectant with the promise of new blooms in the spring.
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