anticipation

/æntˌɪsəpˈeɪʃən/ · 5 syllables

Meaning

noun

1. an expectation
2. something expected (as on the basis of a norm)
   “each of them had their own anticipations”
3. the act of predicting (as by reasoning about the future)
4. anticipating with confidence of fulfillment

Synonyms for anticipation

• expectancy
• prediction
• prevision
• expectation

Words that rhyme with anticipation

• operation
• variation
• representation
• separation
• association
• derivation
• elevation
• inclination
• preparation
• application
• combination
• concentration
• formation
• foundation
• generation
• irritation
• organisation
• organization
• presentation
• radiation
• regulation
• relaxation
• replication
• reservation
• restoration
• translation
• accommodation
• administration
• animation
• assimilation