Dictionary Entry
anticipated
Part of SpeechverbPronunciation/an-tis-uh-pey-tid/Word FrequencyCommon (5.33)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.
In a Sentence
“Writers often choose anticipated when discussing complex ideas.”
Published Usage Examples
“The Israeli government has sealed off parts of the West Bank to prevent what it called anticipated Palestinian protests.”
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Origin
From Latin 'anticipare', meaning 'to take beforehand'.
Common Phrases
. anticipated
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Related Words
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