Readied: meaning, definitions and examples

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readied

 

[ ˈrɛdiːd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

past tense

Readied is the simple past tense of the verb 'ready', which means to make (someone or something) ready or prepared for use. It often implies a sense of preparation and organization in anticipation of an action or event.

Synonyms

organized, prepared, set-up

Examples of usage

  • She readied the house for guests.
  • He readied himself for the exam.
  • They readied the equipment before the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "readied" in other languages:

🇵🇹 preparado

🇮🇳 तैयार

🇩🇪 bereit

🇮🇩 siap

🇺🇦 готовий

🇵🇱 gotowy

🇯🇵 準備ができた

🇫🇷 préparé

🇪🇸 preparado

🇹🇷 hazır

🇰🇷 준비된

🇸🇦 مستعد

🇨🇿 připravený

🇸🇰 pripravený

🇨🇳 准备好的

🇸🇮 pripravljen

🇮🇸 undirbúinn

🇰🇿 дайын

🇬🇪 მოსამზადებელი

🇦🇿 hazır

🇲🇽 listo

Etymology

The word 'ready' originates from the Old English term 'ræde', which means 'prepared' or 'fitted'. Its etymological roots are traced back to Proto-Germanic *raþō, which signifies 'firm, ready'. Over the centuries, the meaning has expanded to encompass various aspects of being prepared, arranged, or available for use. 'Readied' entered the English language as a past tense form, emphasizing the completed act of preparing. The commonality of 'ready' in modern English showcases its importance in everyday communication, as it is frequently used to indicate preparedness in numerous contexts, from personal readiness to logistical arrangements.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,187, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.