anticipate

[ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt]

anticipate Definition

  • 1to expect or predict that something will happen
  • 2to look forward to something with pleasure

Using anticipate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anticipate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I anticipate a difficult meeting tomorrow.

  • Example

    She anticipated my every need.

  • Example

    We are eagerly anticipating the arrival of our guests.

  • Example

    He did not anticipate the consequences of his actions.

anticipate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for anticipate

Antonyms for anticipate

Phrases with anticipate

  • to await something with great eagerness or trepidation

    Example

    The fans were anticipating the release of the new album with bated breath.

  • to prepare for the worst possible outcome

    Example

    Although he hoped for the best, he anticipated the worst when he heard the news.

  • anticipate someone's every move

    to be able to predict someone's actions or intentions

    Example

    As a detective, he was trained to anticipate the suspect's every move.

Origins of anticipate

from Latin 'anticipatus', meaning 'to take before'

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Summary: anticipate in Brief

'Anticipate' [ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt] means to expect or predict that something will happen, or to look forward to something with pleasure. It can be used in various contexts, such as anticipating a difficult meeting or eagerly anticipating the arrival of guests. Phrases like 'anticipate with bated breath' and 'anticipate the worst' add emphasis to the expectation. 'Anticipate' is a formal word that can be replaced with 'expect' or 'foresee'.

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