expectant

Definitions

Having or showing an excited feeling that something is about to happen.

Relating to or in a state of pregnancy.

Examples

The expectant crowd cheered loudly as the band finally walked onto the stage.

She looked at him with an expectant expression, waiting for him to reveal the surprise.

Synonyms

hopeful anticipatory awaiting eager expecting watchful optimistic

Antonyms

indifferent unprepared unconcerned apathetic disinterested unexpectant oblivious