English Dictionary

anticipate

/ænˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt/

verb

(transitive) To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action. / to take up or introduce (something) prematurely. / to know of (something) before it happens; to expect.

I anticipate his arrival.

意味（1）

(transitive) To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.

When two parties, each formidable for their numbers, and the weight of their influence and property, are animated by an equal degree of zeal, it is natural to anticipate the final success of that which possesses the most inherent strength.

意味（2）

to take up or introduce (something) prematurely.

The advocate plans to anticipate a part of her argument.

意味（3）

to know of (something) before it happens; to expect.

to anticipate the pleasures of a visit

意味（4）

to eagerly wait for (something)

Little Johnny started to anticipate the arrival of Santa Claus a week before Christmas.