Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
anticipatory
adjective
/ænˈtɪsəpəˌtɔri/
Definition
relating to or characterized by anticipation.
Examples
- The anticipatory mood in the crowd was palpable as they waited for the concert to begin.
- She took anticipatory steps to ensure that the project would meet its deadline.
- His anticipatory remarks hinted at the surprise that was about to be revealed.
Meaning
Expecting or predicting a future event, typically used to describe actions taken in advance of something that is expected to occur.
Synonyms
- expectant
- foreseeable
- preemptive
- predictive
- proactive
