Anticipatory and Apathetic

Anticipatory

Anticipatory adjective - Having or showing signs of eagerly awaiting something.
Usage example: couldn't control his anticipatory excitement on Christmas morning
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Synonyms for Anticipatory

Apathetic is an antonym for anticipatory.

Apathetic

Apathetic adjective - Having or showing a lack of interest or concern.

Anticipatory is an antonym for apathetic.

Nearby Words: apathy, apathetically
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