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anticipated

Pronunciation: [ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪd]

Word

Learn how to use anticipated in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “expectation”

(verb) to think that something will happen in the future. When you anticipate something, you are looking forward to it or preparing for it because you believe it will occur.

Example

I anticipated that my birthday party would be a lot of fun.

Example

She didn't anticipate that it would rain on her picnic day.

Example

What do you anticipate will happen during the school field trip?

Context: “planning”

(verb) to prepare for something that you think is going to happen. It's like getting ready for an event or a situation before it occurs because you believe it is coming.

Example

The teacher anticipated the students would need extra help with the new math lesson.

Example

He failed to anticipate the challenges of moving to a new city.

Example

Did you anticipate the results of the exam correctly?

How to pronounce anticipated

Pronunciation: [ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪd]

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