1. waiting for something to happen, especially something good or exciting
2. pregnant; expecting a baby

Examples

• The expectant crowd waited for the concert to begin.
• She had an expectant look on her face as she opened the gift.
• The expectant mother visited her doctor regularly.
• Expectant parents often prepare the nursery months in advance.
• The children sat with expectant faces, waiting for story time.
• An expectant hush fell over the audience before the announcement.
• The expectant father paced nervously in the hospital waiting room.