CEFR B2

anticipate

verb

Meaning

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.

Synonyms: expect, foresee, predict, prognosticate

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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."

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