Anticipatory and Vigilant

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

Vigilant and anticipatory are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vigilant" instead an adjective "Anticipatory".

Vigilant

Vigilant adjective - Paying close attention usually for the purpose of anticipating approaching danger or opportunity.

Anticipatory and vigilant are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Anticipatory" instead an adjective "Vigilant".

Nearby Words: vigilantly, vigilance, vigil, vigilante
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