Definition of anticipates

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  • anticipates is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 15
  • anticipates is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 15
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Definition of anticipates

  • regard something as probable or likely (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. expect
  • make a prediction about; tell in advance (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. call
    2. forebode
    3. foretell
    4. predict
    5. prognosticate
    6. promise
  • be excited or anxious about (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. look for
    2. look to
  • act in advance of; deal with ahead of time (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. counter
    2. foresee
    3. forestall
  • realize beforehand (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. foreknow
    2. foresee
    3. previse
  • be a forerunner of or occur earlier than (verb)

    Examples

    1. This composition anticipates Impressionism

See definition of anticipates in Merriam Webster