Preparation Definition & Meaning
preparation
- noun
- the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose; "preparations for the ceremony had begun"
- a substance prepared according to a formula; "the physician prescribed a commercial preparation of the medicine"
- the cognitive process of thinking about what you will do in the event of something happening; "his planning for retirement was hindered by several uncertainties"
- the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action); "putting them in readiness"; "their preparation was more than adequate"
- (music) a note that produces a dissonant chord is first heard in a consonant chord; "the resolution of one dissonance is often the preparation for another dissonance"
- activity leading to skilled behavior
- preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home)
- the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat; "cooking can be a great art"; "people are needed who have experience in cookery"; "he left the preparation of meals to his wife"
"Preparation" in song lyrics
See how preparation is used in real songs:
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"Outside the realm of light, demons dance in preparation"
Chino XL — Rise -
"After long isolation, and scientific preparation"
Da Monstar Mob f/ Ammo, Black Bull, Doc Doom, Huesane — Fabulous -
"The college tuition, and all of life's preparation"
eMC — U Let Me Grow
Words that rhyme with preparation
Usage tips for "preparation"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "preparation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for preparation to find words that pair well.