Definition: To act before (someone), especially to prevent an action.

Alright class, settle down and let’s take a look! That’s a tricky definition you’ve got there – “to act before someone, especially to prevent an action.” It's about taking the initiative, that's for sure. Let's break it down with a little rhyme: “ Anticipated means you see ahead, A future plan, carefully bred. You’re thinking before others do, To stop something – it’s true!” Think of it like this: imagine someone is about to trip on a loose rug. You anticipate the fall and quickly move them out of the way. You weren't waiting for them to stumble; you acted ahead of the problem! It can also mean expecting something – anticipating a rainy day, or anticipating a friend’s birthday. Does that make it clearer? Do you have any questions about what "anticipated" means and how it fits into a sentence?