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preparation
noun
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How to pronounce preparation:

Definition of preparation:

preparation (noun):
the act of preparing or being prepared
the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose.
the action or process of making something ready for use or service or of getting ready for some occasion, test, or duty

Synonyms for preparation:

activity
aliveness
arranging
awareness
care
carefulness
cautiousness
consciousness
cookery
cooking
deployment
development
devising
fire control
formulation
getting ready
grooming
groundwork
homework
makeready
mindfulness
planning
prep
preparedness
preparing
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Antonyms for preparation:

amazement
astonishment
doubt
fear
food
hindsight
ignorance
ingredient
sensation
surprise
thoughtlessness
unreadiness
wonder

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