Primed: meaning, definitions and examples

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primed

 

[ praɪmd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

prepared for action

The term 'primed' refers to a state of being prepared or ready for a specific action or purpose. It suggests that something or someone has been readied for immediate use or performance. In psychological terms, it can indicate a state where an individual is mentally or emotionally prepared for an event or task. In other contexts, it might refer to an object that has been given the necessary conditions to be activated or utilized.

Synonyms

equipped, prepared, ready, set

Examples of usage

  • She felt primed for the big presentation.
  • The athletes are primed for the upcoming competition.
  • The system is primed to launch when the button is pressed.

Translations

Translations of the word "primed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pronto

🇮🇳 तैयार

🇩🇪 bereit

🇮🇩 siap

🇺🇦 готовий

🇵🇱 gotowy

🇯🇵 準備ができた

🇫🇷 prêt

🇪🇸 preparado

🇹🇷 hazır

🇰🇷 준비된

🇸🇦 جاهز

🇨🇿 připravený

🇸🇰 pripravený

🇨🇳 准备好的

🇸🇮 pripravljen

🇮🇸 búinn

🇰🇿 дайын

🇬🇪 მზად

🇦🇿 hazır

🇲🇽 preparado

Word origin

The word 'primed' originated from the verb 'prime', which can be traced back to Middle English from the Old French 'primer', meaning 'to put in readiness' or 'to prepare'. The etymology further extends to Latin 'prīmus', meaning 'first' or 'foremost', indicating an initial state of readiness or importance. Over time, 'prime' evolved to denote not just being first but being in the best condition or significantly prepared for subsequent actions. In various fields including psychology, medicine, and technology, 'primed' has been adopted to signify states where systems or individuals are adequately prepared for anticipated challenges or tasks. The usage of 'primed' reflects a versatility across different contexts, emphasizing readiness and the anticipation of events.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,743, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.