Cool MateAnticipate
UK //ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt//US //ænˈtɪsɪpeɪt//
Definition
To look forward to or expect something to happen.
In simple words: To expect or look forward to something happening.
Examples
- We anticipate a rise in sales this quarter.
- She anticipates her friend's arrival at the airport.
- The team anticipates challenges during the project.
- Many people anticipate good news after the meeting.
- He did not anticipate such a strong reaction from the audience.
- They anticipate that the event will be successful.
- Anticipating the worst, they made several contingency plans.
Usage notes
Use 'anticipate' to express expectation about future events or actions. Avoid for casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
anticipate + object
Memory hint
Think of 'anti-cipate' as preparing to counter what you expect to happen.
Collocations
- anticipate changes
- anticipate problems
- anticipate future trends
Synonyms
- expect
- foresee
- predict
- await
- anticipate
Antonyms
- dread
- disregard
- ignore
Common mistakes
- Confusing with 'expect' – 'anticipate' implies preparation.
- Using 'anticipate' without an object – it should always have something anticipated.