prepare

[prɪˈpeə(r)]

prepare Definition

• 1. to make something or someone ready for a particular action or purpose
• 2. to make food or drink ready to be eaten or drunk

Using prepare: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "prepare" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I need to prepare for my exam tomorrow.

• Example

  She prepared a delicious meal for us.

• Example

  The team is preparing for the upcoming match.

• Example

  He spent hours preparing his speech.

prepare Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for prepare

• arrange
• organize
• plan
• equip
• get ready

Antonyms for prepare

• neglect
• ignore

Idioms Using prepare

• prepare for the worst

  to get ready for the worst possible outcome

  Example

  We need to prepare for the worst and hope for the best.

• be well prepared

  to be very well organized and ready for something

  Example

  She was well prepared for the interview and got the job.

• prepare the ground for something

  to do something in advance to make it easier for something else to happen later

  Example

  The government is preparing the ground for a new economic policy.

Phrases with prepare

• be prepared

  to be ready for something that might happen

  Example

  You should always be prepared for emergencies.

• prepare the ground

  to do something in advance to make it easier for something else to happen later

  Example

  We need to prepare the ground before we start building the house.

• prepare the way

  to make it easier for something to happen in the future

  Example

  The new law will prepare the way for more investment in renewable energy.

Origins of prepare

from Latin 'praeparare', meaning 'make ready beforehand'

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Summary: prepare in Brief

The verb 'prepare' [prɪˈpeə(r)] means to make something or someone ready for a specific action or purpose, such as preparing for an exam or preparing a meal. It can also refer to making food or drink ready to be consumed. Common phrases include 'be prepared,' 'prepare the ground,' and 'prepare for the worst.' 'Prepare' has formal synonyms like 'ready' and 'make ready,' as well as informal ones like 'gear up' and 'get set.'