prepared
/prɪˈpɛrd/to make ready or arrange something in advance
The team prepared their presentation for the meeting.
The team made their presentation ready for the meeting.
He prepared his speech carefully before the conference.
He arranged his speech thoroughly before the conference.
Commonly used with 'for' to indicate the purpose of preparation.
to get someone ready for a particular situation or event
The coach prepared the players for the championship game.
The coach got the players ready for the championship game.
She prepared her students for the upcoming exam.
She got her students ready for the upcoming exam.
Often used in educational or training contexts.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Collocations
'Prepared for' is a common collocation, indicating readiness for a specific situation or event.
⚡Gold Rule
Usage in Formal Contexts
'Prepared' is often used in formal or professional settings, such as business, education, and event planning.
📖Word Origin
From Middle English 'preparen', from Old French 'preparer', from Latin 'praeparare' meaning 'to prepare beforehand'.
📝Usage Notes
Often used in formal or professional contexts, such as business, education, and event planning. Can also be used in everyday situations.