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prepare

/prɪˈpɛər/
pre · pare
Adverb:preparedly
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Adjective:prepared
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Past Simple:prepared
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Past Participle:prepared
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Present Participle:preparing
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prepare Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To make something ready for use, consideration, or a specific future event.

Example

"The legal team spent weeks gathering documents to prepare the case for trial."

2

To make oneself or another person mentally, physically, or academically ready to deal with an upcoming experience, duty, or examination.

Example

"Students must study diligently throughout the semester to prepare for their final exams."

3

To make food, a meal, or a chemical compound by combining various ingredients or elements according to a recipe or formula.

Example

"The chef uses fresh, locally sourced herbs to prepare the restaurant's signature pasta sauce."

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• Rhymes for prepare

• Nearby Words

prepaid
preparation
preparatory
prepare
prepared
preparedness
preparer

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Middle French préparer, which derives from Latin praeparāre, formed from prae- ('before') and parāre ('to make ready').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Prepare. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/prepare
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