prepared

1 of 2

adjective

pre·​pared pri-ˈperd 

: subjected to a special process or treatment

preparedly

pri-ˈperd-lē 

-ˈper-əd-

adverb

prepared

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past tense and past participle of prepare

Synonyms of prepared

Adjective

• ready
• go

Examples of prepared in a Sentence

Adjective

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

Adjective

Some recalls have also spread beyond the original ingredient, including the 2026 jalapeño outbreak, which led to recalls of salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo and other prepared foods. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

Spread the marshmallow mixture in the prepared baking dish, pressing down gently to form an even layer. — ABC News, 3 Nov. 2026

Send children to school prepared to learn, not to have their behavior corrected. — Jay Reddick, The Orlando Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026

While grocery items purchased at supermarkets and other outlets do not include the state sales tax, the law was changed to add a surcharge of one percentage point on takeout food, catering, and prepared items like rotisserie chickens. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 3 Nov. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from past participle of prepare

First Known Use

Adjective

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