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anticipation Meaning
anticipation (n)
an expectation
something expected (as on the basis of a norm)
the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future)
anticipating with confidence of fulfillment
anticipation (n.)
The act of anticipating, taking up, placing, or considering something beforehand, or before the proper time in natural order.
Previous view or impression of what is to happen; instinctive prevision; foretaste; antepast; as, the anticipation of the joys of heaven.
Hasty notion; intuitive preconception.
The commencing of one or more tones of a chord with or during the chord preceding, forming a momentary discord.
anticipation Sentence Examples
- The air was filled with anticipation as the audience awaited the start of the highly anticipated concert.
- The children's eyes sparkled with anticipation as they gathered around the Christmas tree, eager to unwrap their presents.
- The team's anticipation grew as they neared the championship game, with hopes of clinching the title.
- The student's heart raced in anticipation of receiving the scholarship announcement that could shape their academic future.
- A sense of anticipation filled the room as the candidate prepared to deliver their keynote address.
- The suspenseful silence heightened the anticipation in the courtroom as the jury prepared to deliver the verdict.
- The athlete experienced a mix of nerves and anticipation before the crucial match that could determine their career trajectory.
- The restaurant buzzed with anticipation as patrons awaited the chef's special dish, renowned for its unique flavors.
- The business community was abuzz with anticipation ahead of the highly anticipated product launch, promising innovation in the market.
- The traveler's heart swelled with anticipation as they approached the destination, eager to explore new landscapes and cultures.
FAQs About the word anticipation
an expectation, something expected (as on the basis of a norm), the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future), anticipating with confidence of fulfil
expectation, expectance, expectancy, prospect,contemplation, alarum, alarm, apprehension,dread, foreboding
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The air was filled with anticipation as the audience awaited the start of the highly anticipated concert.
The children's eyes sparkled with anticipation as they gathered around the Christmas tree, eager to unwrap their presents.
The team's anticipation grew as they neared the championship game, with hopes of clinching the title.
The student's heart raced in anticipation of receiving the scholarship announcement that could shape their academic future.
