anticipate (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/

Definition

To expect and prepare for something that you think will happen in the future.

Examples

• We anticipate a large crowd at the concert.

• The company anticipates a rise in profits next quarter.

• He anticipated her needs and brought her a glass of water.

How to Use anticipate

anticipate something (prepositional phrase)

To expect and prepare for something. — "We anticipate a busy holiday season."

anticipate that (prepositional phrase)

To expect that something will happen. — "They anticipate that sales will increase."

Synonyms of anticipate

Words with a similar meaning to anticipate:

• expect
• foresee
• predict
• prognosticate

Antonyms of anticipate

Words with the opposite meaning to anticipate:

• ignore
• disregard

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