Anticipated: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word when referring to something that has been eagerly awaited or looked forward to.

• The concert is highly anticipated by fans
• She anticipated the holiday for months

This word is used for things that are believed to happen because of prior knowledge or awareness.

• The results of the test were expected to be positive
• It is expected to rain tomorrow

Generally used for things that have been stated or guessed about the future based on data or trends.

• The weather forecast predicted heavy snowfall
• Analysts predicted a rise in stock prices

Utilized when something has been known or predicted beforehand due to logical reasoning or natural ability.

• The economic crisis was foreseen by many experts
• His success in the competition was foreseen

Used when referring to something that was both expected and hoped for, often with a positive connotation.

• The launch of the new product was highly anticipated
• They anticipated a great turnout at the event

Used when talking about predicting or being aware of something before it happens, often with an emphasis on insight or intuition.

• She could foresee the challenges they would face
• He foresaw the financial crisis long before it occurred

Used when making a specific assertion about what will happen in the future, often based on data or trends.

• The weather forecast predicts rain for tomorrow
• Economists predict a rise in inflation next year