Unanticipated: meaning, definitions and examples
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unanticipated
[ ʌnˈæntɪsɪˌpeɪtɪd ]
unexpected situation
Not expected or anticipated; happening unexpectedly.
Synonyms
surprising, unexpected, unforeseen.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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unanticipated |
Used to describe something that was not thought of or planned for, often in formal or academic settings.
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unexpected |
Commonly used in everyday language to describe something that happens out of the blue, without warning.
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surprising |
Appropriate for casual or informal situations where something causes astonishment or wonder.
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unforeseen |
Often utilized in professional or legal scenarios to describe events that could not have been predicted or planned for.
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Examples of usage
- The unanticipated rain caught us off guard.
- Her unanticipated visit brought a smile to my face.
Translations
Translations of the word "unanticipated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 inesperado
🇮🇳 अप्रत्याशित
🇩🇪 unvorhergesehen
🇮🇩 tidak terduga
🇺🇦 непередбачений
🇵🇱 nieoczekiwany
🇯🇵 予期しない
🇫🇷 inattendu
🇪🇸 inesperado
🇹🇷 beklenmedik
🇰🇷 예상치 못한
🇸🇦 غير متوقع
🇨🇿 nepředvídaný
🇸🇰 nepredvídaný
🇨🇳 意料之外的
🇸🇮 nepričakovan
🇮🇸 óvæntur
🇰🇿 күтпеген
🇬🇪 მოულოდნელი
🇦🇿 gözlənilməz
🇲🇽 inesperado
Etymology
The word 'unanticipated' is derived from the verb 'anticipate', which comes from the Latin word 'anticipare', meaning 'to take beforehand'. The prefix 'un-' is added to indicate the opposite or negation of the word. The concept of anticipating events or outcomes has been a part of human cognition for centuries, as individuals have always tried to predict and prepare for the future. The word 'unanticipated' serves to describe events or situations that are not predicted or foreseen.
See also: anticipatable, anticipate, anticipated, anticipating, anticipatingly, anticipation, anticipatory.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #18,618, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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