Definitions

readies

VERB

prepare

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrange brace equip fit fix gird provide warm up

STRONG

brief fortify get make order organize post prep set strengthen

WEAK

clear the decks fill in fit out gear up get ready get set keep posted let in on make ready make up pave the way psych up put on to wise up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disarrange disorganize disturb let go

STRONG

destroy disallow discourage disorder displace dissuade fail halt hurt lose prevent weaken

WEAK

hold back retard slow

Example Sentences

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Bill Ackman is off to a rocky start in 2026, with his main investment vehicle down 11% as he readies a potential public offering of his management company and a new closed-end equity fund.

From Barron's • Mar. 2, 2026

When Shelly readies herself for a dinner date who eventually cancels on her, she shrugs it off and prepares the fish she was planning to make for her friends instead.

From Salon • Jan. 8, 2025

The remarks come as she readies for the launch of a 10-show gig in Munich on Aug. 2 and as she winds down her “Weekends With Adele” residency in Sin City.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2024

Ioannis Kolovos readies his elite fire crew crouched inside a helicopter.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 30, 2024

Next to me, Daniel takes a deep breath and readies himself to say something, but I jump in.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon