ANTICIPATES
(verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Anticipates.
Anticipates - as a verb
Regard something as probable or likely
Example: "The meteorologists are expecting rain for tomorrow"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
expect17Hypernyms (Closely Related)
evaluate11judge14pass judgmentHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make a prediction about; tell in advance
Example: "Call the outcome of an election"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
call6forebode14foretell11predict12prognosticate18promise11Hypernyms (Closely Related)
guess6hazard19pretend10venture10Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be excited or anxious about
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
look forlook toHypernyms (Closely Related)
await8expect17look8wait7Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Be a forerunner of or occur earlier than
Example: "This composition anticipates impressionism"
Example Sentences
"She anticipates a promotion at work."
"The weather forecast anticipates heavy rainfall tomorrow."
"He anticipates a difficult conversation with his boss."
"The company anticipates a decrease in profits this year."
"The team anticipates winning the championship."
Word Game Points
Is ANTICIPATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, anticipates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ANTICIPATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is ANTICIPATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, anticipates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordANTICIPATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.
Is ANTICIPATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, anticipates is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordANTICIPATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.