anticipate
//ænˈtɪs.ɪ.peɪt//
Verb
anticipateInfinitive
anticipatePresent tense
anticipatedPast tense
anticipatedPast participle
anticipatingPresent participle
anticipatesThird-person singular
1
To expect or look forward to something happening.
We anticipate that the project will be completed by next month.
2
To act in advance of something expected; to prepare for.
The company anticipated the market changes and adjusted its strategy.
3
To foresee and deal with beforehand.
A good manager anticipates problems before they arise.