anticipating Definition
- 1regard as probable; expect or predict
- 2look forward to
- 3act as a forerunner or precursor of
Using anticipating: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anticipating" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
I am anticipating a great vacation next month.
Example
She is eagerly anticipating the arrival of her new baby.
Example
The dark clouds are anticipating a storm.
anticipating Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with anticipating
to look forward to something with excitement or happiness
Example
I am anticipating with pleasure the arrival of my family for the holidays.
to prepare for the worst possible outcome
Example
Although I hope for the best, I always anticipate the worst when it comes to traffic.
anticipate someone's needs
to be aware of what someone might need and prepare for it in advance
Example
As a good host, she always anticipates her guests' needs and makes sure they are comfortable.
Origins of anticipating
from Latin 'anticipatus', past participle of 'anticipare', meaning 'to take before'
Summary: anticipating in Brief
To 'anticipate' [ænˈtɪsɪpeɪtɪŋ] means to regard as probable, expect, or predict. It can also mean to look forward to something with excitement or act as a forerunner of something. Phrases like 'anticipate with pleasure' and 'anticipate the worst' use 'anticipate' to denote looking forward to something with excitement or preparing for the worst possible outcome, respectively.
