To regard as probable; expect or predict. The team anticipates winning the championship this year.
To act as a forerunner or precursor of. The invention of the smartphone anticipated the rise of mobile computing.
To look forward to; to be excited about something that is going to happen. She eagerly anticipates her vacation next month.
To deal with or prepare for something before it happens. The company anticipated the demand for their new product and increased production.
To pay (a debt or other financial obligation) before it is due. The company anticipated its loan payments to reduce interest costs.