Anticipate

/ænˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To regard as probable; expect or predict.

We anticipate that the weather will be warm this weekend.

To act in advance of (someone or something).

The team anticipated the opponent's strategy and adjusted their game plan accordingly.

To look forward to; to expect with pleasure.

She anticipates the arrival of her new puppy with great excitement.

From Latin 'anticipat-', the past participle of 'anticipare' meaning 'to take before'.

anticipate the worst

To prepare for the most negative outcome.

anticipate someone's needs

To foresee and address what someone requires before they ask.

anticipation

The act of expecting or predicting something.

anticipatory

Characterized by anticipation; proactive.

To get hyped about something.

I'm so anticipating this concert; it's going to be epic!

To be ready for something to happen.

He was anticipating the results of the game all week.