Anticipation Definition & Meaning
anticipation
- noun
- an expectation
- something expected (as on the basis of a norm); "each of them had their own anticipations"; "an indicator of expectancy in development"
- the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future)
- anticipating with confidence of fulfillment
"Anticipation" in song lyrics
See how anticipation is used in real songs:
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"Raised up stakes and a lot of anticipation"
The Ambassador — Amba-ss-ador -
"Moment to moment in constant anticipation"
Cale Sampson f/ Lori Nuic — It's Not Time -
"How many years of anticipation"
Digital Underground — The D-Flo Shuttle
Words that rhyme with anticipation
Usage tips for "anticipation"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "anticipation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for anticipation to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does anticipation mean?
- an expectation something expected (as on the basis of a norm); "each of them had their own anticipations"; "an indicator of expectancy in development" the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future) anticipating with confidence of fulfillment
- What part of speech is anticipation?
- Anticipation is a noun.
- How many definitions does anticipation have?
- Anticipation has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).