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expectant

/ɛkˈspɛktənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does expectant mean?

adjective

Having or showing a feeling of anticipation or expectation; looking forward to something with a sense of hope or excitement.

Example

"The expectant crowd waited eagerly for the concert to begin."

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