Anticipated
Anticipated adjective - Being in accordance with the prescribed, normal, or logical course of events.
Considered and anticipated are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Considered" instead the word "Anticipated" as a verb or an adjective.
Considered
Considered adjective - Decided on as a result of careful thought.
Anticipated and considered are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Anticipated" instead the word "Considered" as a verb or an adjective.
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- Perhaps the most often used is Amelia's claim, "I had, of course, considered that / thought of that / anticipated that" or the like.
Source: Literature / Amelia Peabody -
It's more likely that Aeolia anticipated Ribbons' betrayal, or perhaps even considered in a necessary part of the plan.
Source: Gambit Roulette - Of course, since houses on fire are generally considered bad things, it might be a bumpier road than Amethyst anticipated.
Source: Fan Fic Recs / Steven Universe
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