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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The U.S. is preparing warrants to take other ships, according to senior Justice Department officials.

From The Wall Street Journal

We are prepared for these stunning images by an introductory, chronological selection that begins with a few of Renoir’s earliest surviving drawings.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We’re prepared and ready to move forward as soon as they reach out,” the spokesperson said.

From Salon

The advice for drivers is familiar: prepare for delays, allow extra time for journeys and adjust your speed to the prevailing weather conditions.

From BBC

Being prepared for change is a must in the current college football climate, Riley said.

From Los Angeles Times

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