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单词 anticipatory
释义

anticipatory

adjective

an·​tic·​i·​pa·​to·​ry an-ˈti-sə-pə-ˌtȯr-ē How to pronounce anticipatory (audio)
: characterized by anticipation : anticipating
took anticipatory measures to prevent floods

Synonyms

  • agape
  • agog
  • anticipant
  • expectant
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Example Sentences

couldn't control his anticipatory excitement on Christmas morning
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Word History

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined above

Legal Definition

anticipatory

adjective

an·​tic·​i·​pa·​tory an-ˈti-sə-pə-ˌtōr-ē How to pronounce anticipatory (audio)
: of or relating to a prior action that takes into account or forestalls a later action
an anticipatory challenge brought for declaratory and injunctive relief L. H. Tribe

anticipatory

adjective

as in expectant
having or showing signs of eagerly awaiting something couldn't control his anticipatory excitement on Christmas morning

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • expectant
  • watchful
  • enthusiastic
  • eager
  • anxious
  • agape
  • anticipant
  • impatient
  • agog
  • vigilant
  • restless
  • breathless
  • openmouthed
  • alert
  • open-eyed
  • raring
  • athirst
  • antsy
  • restive

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • unconcerned
  • indifferent
  • apathetic
  • uninterested
  • unmoved
  • unimpressed
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