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

Connecticut, in the midst of its final season in the Northeast, has looked like a team that is already prepared to take up residence in Houston as the reborn Comets in 2027. —Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 26 May 2026

In the labor market, the Boomers crowded out opportunity for 40 years and are now leaving a workforce ill-prepared to replace them. —Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 25 May 2026

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared baking pans and use an offset spatula to smooth the tops. —CBS News, 24 May 2026

The wine program is also excellent, with rosé being the name of the game, so come prepared to dive into some Provencal excellence. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 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