anticipation
noun
UK/ænˌtɪs.ɪˈpeɪ.ʃᵊn/
US/ænˌtɪs.əˈpeɪ.ʃᵊn/
Definitions of anticipation noun
- C2Uncountable(不可數名詞)
a feeling of excitement about something that is going to happen in the near future.
期待；期望；預期
The children were filled with excited anticipation after learning about our upcoming trip to the long-awaited resort.
孩子們在得知我們即將前往期待已久的度假村後，充滿了興奮的期待。
In the months leading up to the wedding, the bride was immersed in the anticipation of her future life, which filled her with joy.
在婚禮前的幾個月裡，新娘沉浸在她未來生活的期待中，這讓她充滿了喜悅。
The fans are full of anticipation for the upcoming game, and the atmosphere is electric both inside and outside the stadium.
球迷們對即將到來的比賽充滿期待，場內外的氣氛都非常熱烈。
Phrases of anticipation noun
- in anticipation (of)
expecting something to happen and preparing for it
預期；預備
• They arrived early in anticipation of getting the best seats.
他們提前到達，期待能獲得最好的座位。