prepared
2 ENTRIES FOUND:
prepared
/prɪˈpeɚd/
adjective
prepared
/prɪˈpeɚd/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of PREPARED
1
:
made at an earlier time for later use
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made ready in advance
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The president read a prepared statement.
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The store sells a selection of prepared foods.
2
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ready for something
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in a suitable condition for some purpose or activity
— often + for
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I got so nervous. I guess I just wasn't prepared.
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She was well-prepared and scored high on the test.
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Be prepared [=ready] for a long wait.
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The campers were not prepared for the rain.
3
not used before a noun
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willing to do something
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How much are you prepared to pay?
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I wasn't prepared to spend that much money.
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I'm prepared to listen.
