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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As it readies for a listing, Jio is now positioning itself as more than just a telecom company.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

For now, war risks remain as Ukraine readies for another winter that could bring additional devastation to its grid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Football superstar David Beckham is to be honored with a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame, organizers announced Tuesday, as the United States readies to host the World Cup.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

As she readies herself to promote the second film, is she feeling pre-exhausted by the interviews and the red carpets and the glad-handing to come?

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2025

And Cedric skirts left and he dives right—and he readies his wand— SNAPE: This is taking too long.

From "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" by J.K. Rowling