expectative

expectative

The lawyer reviewed the expectative clause in the contract.

Definition
  1. Adjective (Legal):
    • Relating to an expectation: "expectative" refers to something that is based on or relates to a future expectation, especially in legal contexts where a right or claim is contingent upon a future event or condition.
    • Capable of being reclaimed: In legal terminology, "expectative" describes a right or property that may be reclaimed or demanded based on a prior expectation.
Usage Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The expectative right to the inheritance was granted to the eldest son. (A legal right based on the expectation of future inheritance.)
    • The contract included an expectative clause allowing for future adjustments. (A clause that anticipates a future condition or event.)
Advanced Usage

  • "Expectative grace": In theological contexts, a concept referring to anticipated divine favor or blessing.

    • The doctrine of expectative grace suggests that believers may receive spiritual benefits in advance. (A theological idea about anticipated divine favor.)

  • "Expectative legacy": In law, a legacy that is contingent upon a future event, such as the death of a beneficiary.

    • The will contained an expectative legacy for the nephew, subject to his reaching adulthood. (A future inheritance dependent on a condition.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Expectation (n): a strong belief that something will happen.

    • Her expectation of success motivated her hard work. (A belief about a future outcome.)

  • Expectant (adj): having or showing an excited feeling that something is about to happen.

    • The expectant crowd waited for the concert to begin. (Full of anticipation.)
Synonyms
  • Contingent: dependent on circumstances or future events.
  • Prospective: expected or likely in the future.
Related Idioms

  • In expectation of: anticipating or waiting for something.

    • They saved money in expectation of a rainy day. (Preparing for a future need.)

  • Beyond expectation: exceeding what was hoped for.

    • The results were beyond expectation. (Better than anticipated.)
Phrasal Verbs

  • Expect from: to anticipate or rely on something from someone.

    • What do you expect from a beginner? (Anticipate as typical or reasonable.)

  • Expect of: to require or demand as a duty.

    • Punctuality is expected of all employees. (Required as a standard.)