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- pronunciation:
- aen
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- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Grammatical Patterns, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
anticipates, anticipating, anticipated |
| 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.[verb + gerund
]
- 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.I anticipated that you would need these documents, so I have them here for you.[verb + (that) + clause
]
He anticipated their wanting to pay for dinner, so he secretly told the waiter to give him the check.[verb + possessive adj + gerund
]
- 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, ward |
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