anticipatively-moving
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/ænˈtɪsɪˌpeɪtɪvli ˈmuːvɪŋ/
(anticipate)
expectedly
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anticipate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'anticipare,' where 'anti-' meant 'before' and 'capere' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'anticipare' transformed into the French word 'anticiper,' and eventually became the modern English word 'anticipate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take before,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to foresee and act in advance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
characterized by moving in a manner that anticipates future events or conditions.
The anticipatively-moving strategy helped the company stay ahead of its competitors.
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Last updated: 2025/07/11 15:04