anticipatory
Translation
anticipatory
Examples
There was an anticipatory hush in the crowd.
There was an anticipatory hush in the crowd.
He took anticipatory action to prevent the problem.
He took anticipatory action to prevent the problem.
Grammar Patterns
((anticipatory)) + noun an anticipatory hush
Similar Words
Synonyms: expectant, pre-emptive; Antonyms: unprepared, surprised
Etymology
From Latin 'anticipare' (to take before). From the prefix 'anti-' (before) and 'capere' (to take).
Memory Tips
Think of 'anti-' as meaning 'before' (like in antechamber), not 'against'. It's about acting *before* something happens.