prepare

[pri-pair] / prɪˈpɛər /

VERB

make or get ready

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrange assemble brace develop draw up equip form formulate gird make plan produce provide qualify ready strengthen supply train

STRONG

adapt adjust anticipate appoint coach concoct construct contrive cook dispose endow fabricate fashion fit fix fortify furnish groom outfit perfect practice prime settle steel

WEAK

build up fill in fit out lay the groundwork make provision make up put in order put together smooth the way turn out warm up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

destroy discourage disperse dissuade forget halt hurt let go neglect ruin scatter stop take weaken

STRONG

break confuse demolish disarrange disorder disorganize disturb ignore unfit unfurnish unsettle upset wreck

Example Sentences

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"I am in the military and I am prepared for such attacks," says Omar.

From BBC

The other critical tactic is being prepared to re-enter, but this isn’t revenge trading.

From MarketWatch

"We are now seeking strategic industry partners to accelerate clinical development, license applications across therapeutic fields, and prepare for regulatory approval," he said.

From Science Daily

“Keep in mind that some institutions may require nonresidents to close their accounts, so be prepared for that possibility,” the firm notes on its website.

From MarketWatch

We went home early, and the teachers got extra time to prepare their lessons.

From Literature

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