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as in prepared
to make competent (as by training, skill, or ability) for a particular office or function
years of service in the congress and in the cabinet equipped him better than most people for the office of the presidency
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as in furnished
to provide (someone) with what is needed for a task or activity
a visit to a ski shop to equip ourselves for a week of skiing in the Rockies
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Recent Examples of equipped
The 4,000-square-foot Sky Terrace Penthouse goes a step further with a private studio equipped with a Peloton bike, Echelon Reflect fitness mirror, and Technogym bench.
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Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
The property is equipped with central heating.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
There are five large side windows that can be removed and replaced with optional accessories such as an air conditioner, external shower, and an external kitchen equipped with running water and an induction cooktop.
—New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Can Llambi is an event venue that's equipped to host weddings and parties — and, of course, film shoots — but unfortunately isn't open to visitors day-to-day.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Since 2019, the company has deployed adaptive robots equipped with vision and force sensing, integrated through an industrial internet platform to enable agile, multi-model production.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
This time around, they’re seemingly equipped with the depth to at least avoid such a tremendous crash and burn.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2026
Utilize fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
In terms of power, the yacht is equipped with propulsion technology developed through Feadship’s Advanced Electrical Drive program.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
The property is equipped with central heating.
—Bay Area Home Report, Mercury News, 16 Jan. 2026
There are five large side windows that can be removed and replaced with optional accessories such as an air conditioner, external shower, and an external kitchen equipped with running water and an induction cooktop.
—New Atlas, 15 Jan. 2026
Can Llambi is an event venue that's equipped to host weddings and parties — and, of course, film shoots — but unfortunately isn't open to visitors day-to-day.
—Mackenzie Schmidt, PEOPLE, 15 Jan. 2026
Since 2019, the company has deployed adaptive robots equipped with vision and force sensing, integrated through an industrial internet platform to enable agile, multi-model production.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Jan. 2026
This time around, they’re seemingly equipped with the depth to at least avoid such a tremendous crash and burn.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 15 Jan. 2026
Utilize fog lights if your vehicle is equipped with them.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2026
In terms of power, the yacht is equipped with propulsion technology developed through Feadship’s Advanced Electrical Drive program.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 9 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for equipped
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Caudillo was one of 75 people who submitted letters in support of Busfield as a judge prepared to rule on whether Busfield would be kept in custody or released while awaiting trial.—
Liza Esquibias,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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Selena Gomez’s nail artist prepared her manicure with the Olive and June Nail Strengthener.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
21 Jan. 2026
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All necessary supplies will be furnished.—
Anne Gelhaus,
Mercury News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Sailing on identical, adults-only ocean ships furnished in sleek Scandinavian design, passengers enjoy luxurious, all-inclusive experiences, which cover meals, 24-hour room service, most beverages, Wi-Fi, port taxes and fees, spa access, and one complimentary excursion in every port of call.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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None of the right-wing political podcasts that qualified – including those from Joe Rogan and Tucker Carlson – made the cut.—
Irenie Forshaw,
TheWeek,
12 Jan. 2026
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The low-income identifications qualified the employees’ children for student fee waivers and entitled their schools to extra funding.—
Center Square,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Jan. 2026
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For instance, the power supply systems need currents as high as 20 kiloamperes (kA), which can’t be reliably supplied by a single source.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Jan. 2026
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Barriers on who can provide these essentials, how much can be supplied and how other regulatory complexities raise prices and reduce choice.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Oc Register,
17 Jan. 2026
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This shoe is also outfitted with a high-traction outsole that effectively grips the ground for a stable landing every time.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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On the other side of the country in Los Angeles, a police helicopter’s search light beamed down on protesters on Alameda Street, who were outfitted with upside-down American flags and handmade anti-ICE posters.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Equipped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/equipped. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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