Synonyms of PREPARING

verb

1. make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

   • FIX13
   • PREPARE11
   • READY9
   • SET3

   Also: set up, gear up.

2. prepare for eating by applying heat

   • COOK10
   • FIX13
   • READY9
   • MAKE10
   • PREPARE11

3. to prepare verbally, either for written or spoken delivery

   • PREPARE11

4. arrange by systematic planning and united effort

   • ORGANIZE18
   • ORGANISE9
   • PREPARE11
   • DEVISE10
   • MACHINATE16

   Also: get up.

5. educate for a future role or function

   • PREPARE11
   • GROOM8
   • TRAIN5

6. create by training and teaching

   • TRAIN5
   • DEVELOP13
   • PREPARE11
   • EDUCATE10

7. lead up to and soften by sounding the dissonant note in it as a consonant note in the preceding chord

   • PREPARE11

8. undergo training or instruction in preparation for a particular role, function, or profession

   • TRAIN5
   • PREPARE11