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The verb "anticipate" refers to the act of predicting or expecting something to happen in the future based on prior knowledge or perception. It involves mentally preparing for an event or outcome before it occurs, often with a sense of eagerness, awareness, or caution.
When someone anticipates, they are consciously aware of a forthcoming event or situation and make preparations accordingly. This may involve envisioning potential scenarios, analyzing past experiences, or considering available information to estimate the likelihood or nature of the expected occurrence.
Anticipation can be motivated by various factors such as curiosity, desire, or concern. It often implies an emotional state of enthusiasm, excitement, nervousness, or apprehension, depending on the context and individual mindset.
An essential aspect of anticipation is the ability to foresee and plan for potential outcomes, either positive or negative. It involves the utilization of one's judgment, perception, or intuition to make predictions or projections about future events, enabling proactive actions to be taken. Anticipation helps individuals adapt and respond effectively to changing circumstances and foresee possible consequences of their actions or decisions.
Overall, "anticipate" embodies the act of mentally and emotionally preparing for something expected to occur, encompassing the elements of prediction, expectation, and proactive response based on prior knowledge or insight.
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To come before the appointed time; said of a periodical symptom or disease, such as a malarial paroxysm, when it recurs at progressively shorter intervals.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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To be beforehand; to take first possession; to take before the proper time; to foretaste.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "anticipate" has its origins in the Latin language. It comes from the Latin verb "anticipare", which is a combination of the prefix "ante", meaning "before", and the verb "capere", meaning "to take". In Latin, "anticipare" originally meant "to take before", referring to taking action before something else occurs. Over time, its meaning evolved to encompass the idea of expecting or preparing for something before it happens. The word was then borrowed into English in the late 16th century with a similar meaning.
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