Meaning of the word expectations in English

What does expectations mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

expectations

US /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃənz/
UK /ˌɛk.spɛkˈteɪ.ʃənz/

Plural Noun

strong beliefs about how something will happen or about how someone will behave

Example:
He failed to meet his parents' expectations.
The movie exceeded all my expectations.