Expectedly: meaning, definitions and examples

See above.

A good choice for emphasizing how an outcome was foreseeable, often with a negative connotation for lack of creativity or change.

• Predictably, the meeting ran over time as usual

This phrase fits well when referring to a situation that turned out as planned or predicted.

• As anticipated, the movie was a huge success at the box office

This phrase is suitable for informal contexts or when casually pointing out that an outcome is not a shock.

• Not surprisingly, the restaurant was packed on a Friday night

Used when something happens in a way that was forecasted or imagined beforehand, often without any surprise.

• The weather was expectedly cold for this time of year
• Expectedly, he arrived exactly on time

Describes something that can be foreseen, often used in a negative way to imply that it lacks excitement or originality.

• The movie's plot was so predictable that we guessed the ending after the first ten minutes
• His actions are always predictable; there's no spontaneity in him

Often used when an outcome meets prior expectations, especially if some kind of preparation was involved.

• The team won the championship as anticipated
• As anticipated, the new product received great reviews

Used to indicate that while the event wasn't explicitly predicted, it also wasn’t surprising given the circumstances. This term often carries a neutral or slightly formal tone.

• Her resignation was not unexpected after months of speculation
• The delay in the project was not unexpected due to the numerous setbacks