Definition of prepare

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  • prepare is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 11
  • prepare is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 11
  • prepare is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 13

Definition of prepare

  • create by training and teaching (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. develop
    2. educate
    3. train
  • make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc (verb)

    Examples

    1. prepare for war

    Synonyms

    1. fix
    2. gear up
    3. ready
    4. set
    5. set up
  • undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. train
  • prepare for eating by applying heat (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. cook
    2. fix
    3. make
    4. ready
  • educate for a future role or function (verb)

    Examples

    1. The prince was prepared to become King one day

    Synonyms

    1. groom
    2. train
  • arrange by systematic planning and united effort (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. devise
    2. get up
    3. machinate
    4. organise
    5. organize
  • lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord (verb)

    Examples

    1. prepare the discord in bar 139
  • to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery (verb)

    Examples

    1. prepare a report
    2. prepare a speech

See definition of prepare in Merriam Webster