prepared · adjective /prɪˈperd/
Word family
Nouns: preparation, preparations, preparedness
Adjectives: prepared, unprepared, preparatory
Verbs: prepare
prepared (READY)
B1 ready to deal with a situation
Dictionary examples:
When she called on me, I wasn't prepared.
They were prepared for the worst.
Learner example:
I want to be well prepared for my first [trip] to England. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Portuguese)
be prepared to do sth
B2 to be willing, or happy to agree to do something
Dictionary examples:
If you need help, I'm prepared to fill out some of the paperwork.
People are not really prepared to talk about personal problems.
Learner example:
I'm prepared to offer quite a lot in order to give the animals a better life. (First Certificate in English; B2; Swedish)
prepared (MADE EARLIER)
B2 done or made earlier
Dictionary example:
The spokesperson read a prepared statement.
Learner example:
More fast-food and prepared meals are available than a few years ago. (First Certificate in English; B2; German)
