Meaning & Definition of word "Anticipate"
Anticipate
/ænˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt/
verb:
- 1. To regard as probable; expect or predict.
- Example: We anticipate that the weather will be warm this weekend.
- 2. To act in advance of (someone or something).
- Example: The team anticipated the opponent's strategy and adjusted their game plan accordingly.
- 3. To look forward to; to expect with pleasure.
- Example: She anticipates the arrival of her new puppy with great excitement.
Etymology
●From Latin 'anticipat-', the past participle of 'anticipare' meaning 'to take before'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
anticipate the worst:
To prepare for the most negative outcome.
anticipate someone's needs:
To foresee and address what someone requires before they ask.
Related Words
anticipation:
The act of expecting or predicting something.
anticipatory:
Characterized by anticipation; proactive.
Slang Meanings of anticipate
Meaning: To get hyped about something.
● Example Sentence: I'm so anticipating this concert; it's going to be epic!
Meaning: To be ready for something to happen.
● Example Sentence: He was anticipating the results of the game all week.