Equipped: meaning, definitions and examples

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equipped

 

[ ɪˈkwɪpt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

ready for use

Having the necessary tools, equipment, or skills for a particular purpose.

Synonyms

furnished, prepared, supplied.

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Word Description / Examples
equipped

Refers to having necessary tools, equipment, or skills for a specific task or situation. This is often used in professional or technical contexts.

  • The team is well-equipped to handle the project.
  • He came to the interview equipped with a portfolio of his work.
prepared

Describes a state of readiness for something, often through prior planning or training. Commonly used in everyday situations and formal events.

  • She felt prepared for the exam after weeks of studying.
  • The emergency team is prepared for any situation.
furnished

Used when talking about providing furniture to a room or building. It can also imply providing something that completes or improves a situation.

  • The apartment comes fully furnished.
  • She furnished the office with modern desks and chairs.
supplied

Indicates being provided with necessary materials or resources. Often used in logistical or commercial settings.

  • The warehouse was well supplied with raw materials.
  • They supplied the school with new textbooks.

Examples of usage

  • Fully equipped with the latest technology.
  • She was equipped to handle any emergency situation.
  • The team was well equipped to deal with the challenges ahead.

Translations

Translations of the word "equipped" in other languages:

🇵🇹 equipado

🇮🇳 सुसज्जित

🇩🇪 ausgestattet

🇮🇩 dilengkapi

🇺🇦 обладнаний

🇵🇱 wyposażony

🇯🇵 装備された (そうびされた)

🇫🇷 équipé

🇪🇸 equipado

🇹🇷 donanımlı

🇰🇷 장비를 갖춘

🇸🇦 مجهز

🇨🇿 vybavený

🇸🇰 vybavený

🇨🇳 装备齐全的 (zhuāngbèi qíquán de)

🇸🇮 opremljen

🇮🇸 búinn

🇰🇿 жабдықталған

🇬🇪 აღჭურვილი

🇦🇿 təchiz olunmuş

🇲🇽 equipado

Etymology

The word 'equipped' originated from the Latin word 'equipped', which means 'to fit out'. It has been used in the English language since the 16th century. The concept of being equipped has always been essential for survival and success in various endeavors throughout history. From equipping soldiers for battle to equipping explorers for expeditions, the notion of being prepared with the necessary tools and skills has been a constant theme.

See also: equip, equipment, equipoise, equipping.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,199, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.