preexcept

/priˈekspt/ or /priˈeksɛkt/

Definitions

1. verb

to expect in advance or beforehand

“The manager preexcepted the team’s performance in the upcoming competition.”

2. verb

to anticipate or foresee a problem or situation

“The engineer preexcepted potential issues with the new design.”

3. noun

a prior expectation or anticipation

“The team’s preexcept was that they would win the championship.”

Synonyms

  • anticipate
  • expect
  • foresee

Antonyms

  • catch off guard
  • surprise