anticipation

• Substantivo que designa a ação de esperar ou aguardar algo que está por vir, frequentemente com sentimento de ansiedade, expectativa ou apreensão.

A noun referring to the act of expecting or looking forward to something that is going to happen, often with a sense of excitement or anxiety.

incontável

1. Expectation of somethingB1formal

   The act of looking forward to something that is going to happen, often with excitement or anxiety.

   Expectativa

   • The children were full of anticipation before the birthday party.
   • She waited in anticipation for the exam results.
   • There was a sense of anticipation in the air before the concert.

   Sinônimosexpectancyexpectationforetastehopeprospect

2. Foreseeing or predictingB2formal

   The act of thinking about something that will happen in the future and preparing for it.

   Previsão

   • In anticipation of the storm, they stocked up on supplies.
   • The company increased production in anticipation of high demand.
   • His anticipation of market trends helped the business succeed.

   Sinônimosexpectancyexpectationforesightforethoughtpredictionpreparedness