Definitions

1. verb

to have excessive or unrealistic expectations about something or someone.

“She began to overexpect from her new boss, only to be disappointed when reality didn’t meet her standards.”

2. noun

the act of having excessive or unrealistic expectations about something or someone.

“Her overexpectation of the new project led to her being overly stressed and anxious.”

3. adjective

excessively or unrealistically optimistic about the future or a situation.

“After years of overexpecting, she was finally forced to face reality and accept her limitations.”