Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word nearest in meaning to the given word. Anticipate

  1. obviate

  2. expect

  3. foresee

  4. predict
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B Correct answer
Explanation

To anticipate is to expect or predict that something will happen. While foresee and predict are similar, expect is the most common and direct synonym for the general sense of looking forward to an event. Obviate means to remove a need or difficulty.

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