Expected has 11 synonyms including prospective, potential, anticipated. Opposite words include unexpected. This page lists all similar and related words with Scrabble and Words With Friends point values.
Each word shows its Scrabble point value. Click any synonym to see its own synonyms and related words.
Words associated with expected by meaning or context.
Expected contains 8 letters: 3 vowels (E) and 5 consonants (X, P, C, T, D). Here is the frequency breakdown:
Expected scores 20 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends. High-value letters: X (8 pts). As a 8-letter word, expected can help clear tiles from your rack for bonus points. With 3 vowels and 5 consonants, this word has a consonant-heavy letter distribution.
Highest-scoring synonyms you can use instead:
| Word | Scrabble | WWF | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|
| expectable | 23 | 27 | 10 |
| matter-of-course | 21 | 24 | 16 |
| prospective | 20 | 24 | 11 |
| hoped-for | 17 | 17 | 9 |
| anticipated | 16 | 19 | 11 |
The most common synonyms for expected are prospective, potential, anticipated, foreseen, unsurprising. In total, there are 11 words with similar meaning listed on this page.
Common antonyms of expected include unexpected.
Yes, expected is a valid Scrabble word worth 20 points. In Words With Friends, it scores 22 points.
Expected has 8 letters: 3 vowels (E) and 5 consonants (X, P, C, T, D).