B2verbbusinesspsychology
US/ænˈtɪs.ə.peɪt/
UK/ænˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt/
to expect something to happen, and often to prepare for it
In context
We didn't anticipate so many guests, so we ran out of food.
Good teachers anticipate the questions their students will ask.
The traffic was worse than we anticipated, so we missed the flight.
Words that go with anticipate
verb + noun
- anticipate problemsA good plan helps you anticipate problems before they happen.
- anticipate demandShops try to anticipate demand before Tet.
- anticipate changesCompanies must anticipate changes in what customers want.
adverb + adjective
- eagerly anticipatedThe band's eagerly anticipated new album comes out on Friday.
adverb + verb
- fully anticipateWe fully anticipate some delays during the rainy season.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
We anticipate to finish next month.Correct: We expect to finish next month. / We anticipate finishing next month.