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preparation

[prep-uh-rey-shuhn] / ˌprɛp əˈreɪ ʃən /
NOUN
development, readiness
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrangement construction education establishment formation groundwork measure plan precaution preparedness qualification rehearsal study training
STRONG
alertness anticipation background base basis evolution expectation fitting foresight foundation gestation homework incubation manufacture provision readying rundown safeguard schoolwork substructure tryout workout
WEAK
buildup dry run getting ready lead time making ready preparing putting in order
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance
WEAK
ingredient unreadiness
NOUN
something concocted, put together
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrangement
STRONG
blend brew composition compound concoction confection decoction medicine mixture product tincture
Antonyms
WEAK
ingredient unreadiness

Example Sentences

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That preparation included lessons in calligraphy, horseback riding, piano and Regency dancing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

In preparation for taking over, Lee Jae-yong had been through a series of top roles.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

That makes preparation — and knowing how to navigate the process — especially important for single home buyers.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Over a decade of digging and preparation at this site has produced more than 3,000 fossil bones, making it one of the richest discoveries of its kind.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

It was well for all that this peaceful time was given them as preparation for the sad hours to come, for by-and-by, Beth said the needle was ‘so heavy’, and put it down forever.

From "Little Women" by Louisa May Alcott

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