anticipated
Pronunciation: [ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪd]
Word
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?
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