Definition
to anticipate: to envisage, to forecast, to expect, to wait for
We try to anticipate your every need. We try to envisage the things you will need when you arrive.
We're anticipating a large turnout. We are expecting many people to come.
I didn't anticipate any problems. I really didn't think we would have any difficulties.
unanticipated: unexpected, unforeseen
- "UNANTICIPATED INPUT."
- "We'll have to strike earlier than anticipated."
- "Fans of the punk group "Down with the Duke" will finally get their wish when the band makes its highly anticipated comeback tomorrow night at the Free Trade Room in New York City."
- "Bob also said that even though we have some printing problems, which he anticipates will last for a while, he will be here to wish Horatio a "happy birthday", in person."
- "Miss Bümbüm will receive a percentage of the sales of the products she endorses, which we anticipate will be quite significant."
- "Anticipate and accommodate our customers' needs."
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