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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Others are preparing to save for their own kids’ retirement.

From The Wall Street Journal

“We stand right there next to our negotiating team—always willing and prepared to put them in an even better position,” he said.

From The Wall Street Journal

And beyond his outsize presence on the course, Woods has played a leading role reshaping the PGA Tour while it prepares to undergo significant change.

From The Wall Street Journal

Even if the resolution fails, the U.A.E. would still be prepared to join the war effort, the Gulf officials said.

From The Wall Street Journal

"I have an emergency bag prepared in case I have to evacuate... This is just a habit I got from Myanmar."

From BBC

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