Meaning of the word prepared in English

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prepared

US /prɪˈperd/

UK /prɪˈperd/

made ready for use or consideration

Example:

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The meal was carefully prepared.

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She had a prepared speech for the conference.

Synonym:

ready arranged set organized equipped

in a suitable state for a particular purpose or situation

Example:

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Are you prepared for the exam?

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We need to be prepared for any emergencies.

Synonym:

ready poised primed set equipped

to make something ready for use or consideration

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She prepared dinner for the family.

Synonym:

make ready arrange organize set up get ready

to make oneself ready for something

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He prepared himself for the long journey.

Synonym:

brace oneself steel oneself get ready

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