anticipate
anticipate
to expect something to happen
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What's the difference between anticipate / expect / predict / foresee / foreseeability
to expect something before it happens, often with a sense of preparation
We anticipate delays during the holiday season.
to believe that something will happen or that someone will do something
I expect the train to arrive at six.
to say what you think will happen, based on evidence or reasoning
Scientists predict a rise in temperatures.
to realize or know that something is going to happen before it actually happens
She could not foresee the consequences of her decision.
the quality of being able to be foreseen; usually a noun, not a verb
The foreseeability of the risk was discussed in court.
to feel happy and eager about something that will happen in the future
I look forward to seeing you next week.
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how to pronounce anticipate
/ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/
anticipate translation
anticipate
anticipate transcription
/ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/, /ænˈtɪsəˌpeɪt/
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anticipate meaning: what does it mean?
to expect something to happen
anticipate pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
anticipate is pronounced as /ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
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