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Definition of unprepared

unprepared

/ˌʌnprɪˈpɛərd/
un · pre · pared
Adverb:unpreparedly
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• adjective

1

Not ready or equipped to deal with a situation, task, or event.

Example

"Several students arrived at the seminar completely unprepared for the pop quiz."

2

Done, made, or spoken without advance planning, rehearsal, or processing.

Example

"The mayor delivered a brief, unprepared statement to reporters waiting outside the hall."

3

Not willing or mentally disposed to do something (used predicatively before an infinitive).

Example

"The board of directors remained unprepared to compromise on safety standards."

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• Rhymes for unprepared

• Nearby Words

unpreferred
unprejudiced
unpremeditated
unprepared
unpreparedly
unpreparedness
unprescribed

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