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EXPECTANCY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Expectancy.

Expectancy - as a noun

An expectation

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anticipation16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expectation22
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something expected (as on the basis of a norm)

Example: "Each of them had their own anticipations"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
anticipation16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expectation22outlook11prospect14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Life expectancy has been steadily increasing over the past century."
"The expectancy of a solar eclipse drew thousands of spectators to the event."
"The teacher had high expectancy for her students to excel in the exam."
"The job advertisement mentioned a salary that was above my expectancy."
"The audience's expectancy for the concert was palpable."
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Word Game Points

Is EXPECTANCY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, expectancy is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXPECTANCY has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is EXPECTANCY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, expectancy is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXPECTANCY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 29.

Is EXPECTANCY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, expectancy is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXPECTANCY has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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