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prepared

adjective
pre·​pared | \ pri-ˈperd How to pronounce prepared (audio) \

Definition of prepared

: subjected to a special process or treatment

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Other Words from prepared

preparedly \ pri-​ˈperd-​lÄ“ How to pronounce preparedly (audio) , -​ˈper-​É™d-​ \ adverb

Synonyms & Antonyms for prepared

Synonyms

fit, go, ready, set

Antonyms

flat-footed, half-baked, half-cocked, underprepared, unprepared, unready

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Examples of prepared in a Sentence

The president read a prepared statement. The store sells a selection of prepared foods. I got so nervous. I guess I just wasn't prepared. She was well-prepared and scored high on the test. How much are you prepared to pay? I wasn't prepared to spend that much money.
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Recent Examples on the Web

This unit needs to be prepared for the dual threat of Newton, who took full reps during Monday's practice and has been making steady progress. Si Wire, SI.com, "Rams vs. Panthers Live Stream: Watch Online, TV Channel, Start Time," 8 Sep. 2019 The extra day of rest before their season openers should have these two squads well prepared and the energy of the crowd will help fuel both Super Bowl contenders. Esten Mclaren, USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire, "Houston Texans at New Orleans Saints odds, picks and best bets," 6 Sep. 2019 Attendees should bring resumes, dress business professional, and be prepared for short interviews. Max Jungreis, BostonGlobe.com, "Weekend agenda," 5 Sep. 2019 All residents, especially those along the east coast, need to be prepared for possible impacts. NBC News, "Florida gets ready for potential category 4 hurricane as Dorian rages closer," 29 Aug. 2019 During its first quarter earnings this year, Facebook warned analysts and investors to be prepared for a slowdown in ads revenue. Fortune, "How Facebook’s New Privacy Tool Will—or Won’t—Affect Its Ad Business," 26 Aug. 2019 Get prepared for the upcoming school year by listening – and watching – the Olmsted Falls High School marching band’s 7 p.m. Preview Show this Friday, Aug. 23 at the Charles A. Harding Memorial Stadium (our football stadium). cleveland.com, "Dance studio celebrates its one-year anniversary: Olmsted Dates and Data," 17 Aug. 2019 Ms Ghose: Liberals in India need to be really, really brave; be prepared for attacks and undertake collective action to push their cause. K.n.c., The Economist, "India cannot flourish without individual freedom," 16 Aug. 2019 But after Sunday, be prepared for the temperatures to climb, with highs over 90 predicted for later this week. oregonlive.com, "Portland Sunday weather: Pleasant, partly sunny skies before 90-plus days ahead," 25 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of prepared

1663, in the meaning defined above

History and Etymology for prepared

from past participle of prepare

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More Definitions for prepared

prepared

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of prepared

: made at an earlier time for later use : made ready in advance
: ready for something : in a suitable condition for some purpose or activity
: willing to do something

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