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an·tic·i·pate
 anticipate
- pronunciation:
- aen
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
anticipated, anticipates, anticipating |
| definition 1: |
to look forward to; expect.
We anticipated a pleasant outing in the country.The children always anticipate a present from their father when he returns from a trip.She anticipated being blissfully happy in her marriage, but she was disappointed.- synonyms:
- count on, expect, reckon on
- similar words:
- await, bargain for, contemplate, envisage, envision, forecast, foresee, hope, look for, predict, trust, wait
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| definition 2: |
to expect and prepare for in advance.
We anticipated the enemy's attack.- similar words:
- envision, expect, foresee, forestall, predict
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| definition 3: |
to accomplish or fulfill in advance.
You're lucky to have someone caring for you who anticipates your wishes.- similar words:
- accomplish, fulfill, satisfy
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| related words: |
abide, apprehend, calculate, discount, foresee, forestall, guess, listen, ward |
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