PREPARATION Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

preparation

noun

Definition of preparation

as in readiness

the state of being ready to act when the need arises Preparation can make the difference between life and death in a natural disaster.

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as in training

the act or process of making ready for something Much of the coursework this semester has been spent on preparation for the statewide exams.

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as in drug

a substance made ready for use as a medicine To avoid side effects, the preparation should be taken with food.

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Recent Examples of preparation The position involves overseeing and training attorneys, as well as law clerks and summer interns, on misdemeanor and felony case preparation and trial strategy. — Jon Regardie, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026 This change came in 2024, in response to a 2022 review of the state’s oversight in lethal injection medication preparation. — Allen Chang, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2026 No leaks were detected during final preparations for launch Thursday, and Dragon’s propulsion system appeared to be functioning well after arriving in orbit. — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 1 Oct. 2026 Rather didn’t just preside over news stories – he was immersed in their preparation and aware of their potential impact. — Walter Podrazik, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for preparation

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Noun

But the danger comes when experimentation is mistaken for production readiness.

— Bob Ackerman, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Modern stealth fighters depend on ground-level operational support to maintain peak combat readiness.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of readiness

Noun

In Europe, this training is crucial for helping frontline staff acquire the skills needed to advance into management and leadership positions.

— Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
That store offers additional services, including dog day care, veterinary care and training, along with grooming and adoption services.

— Haley Parsley, Sacbee.com, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of training

Noun

Ramsey is one of TV’s hottest actors right now, with previous roles including the fiery Lyanna Mormont in Game of Thrones, survivalist Ellie in The Last of Us and drug addict Kelsey in Time.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 8 Oct. 2026
In bidding to halt Howard's execution, his attorneys had filed a motion hours earlier before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals raising concerns about the quality of Texas' execution drugs.

— JAMIE STENGLE, Arkansas Online, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of drug

Noun

As awareness grows, primary-care doctors and gynecologists are likely to see more patients asking about scent changes.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026
The award is presented by the American Heart Association to celebrate excellence in coaching, honor Bryant’s legacy and to raise awareness and funds for its mission.

— PJ Green October 5, Kansas City Star, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of awareness

Noun

Colleges must remember that they have been set up to provide people with an education that stretches their cognitive abilities while preparing them for whatever comes next.

— Reynald Fasciaux, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026
Many investors have competing financial goals, such as saving for retirement, funding a child's college education, paying off student loans or buying a new home.

— Kate Dore, CFP®, EA,Kelli Grant, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of education

Noun

These medications include blood thinner, insulin, chemotherapy drugs, and opioid pain medication.

— Esha Desai, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
That means doctors don’t have a definitive answer for families when asked how long their child might need to stay on the medications, or what the long-term effects might be.

— Theresa Gaffney, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of medication

Noun

Anya Gallaccio’s interest in decay and mortality pivoted nicely into a tactful, timely engagement with eco-consciousness and connection to place.

— Eliza Goodpasture, ARTnews.com, 5 Oct. 2026
The novel is elongated by ellipses…as if our heroine momentarily loses not words…but consciousness.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of consciousness

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