prepared

adjective

pre·​pared pri-ˈperd 

: subjected to a special process or treatment

preparedly

pri-ˈperd-lē 

-ˈper-əd-

adverb

Synonyms of prepared

• ready
• go

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

This salad is a complete meal, with the chicken, croutons, and lettuce all prepared on the grill, then topped with a fantastic creamy dressing. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026

Witherspoon said that Arvest associates are prepared to talk to customers about the changes in order to meet customer expectations. — Gabe White, Arkansas Online, 24 July 2026

League sources, who spoke on the condition anonymity to discuss ongoing negotiations, said what the Lakers are prepared to offer Atlanta in a trade is underwhelming, whereas Cleveland has potentially more appealing trade pieces. — Joe Vardon, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Among women who expect to inherit in the future, 74 percent are not prepared to receive the assets without difficulty. — Penny Abeywardena, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of prepare

First Known Use

1663, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing prepared

• over-prepared
• pre-prepared

Rhymes for prepared

• undeclared
• unimpaired
• unprepared
• unrepaired
• aired
• bared
• blared
• caird
• cared
• chaired
• dared
• erred

Kids Definition

prepared

adjective

pre·​pared

pri-ˈpa(ə)rd, 

-ˈpe(ə)rd

: treated with a special process : given a special treatment