Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
preparatory
Adjective
/prɪˈpær.ə.tɔːr.i/
Definition
Designed to prepare something or someone for a particular purpose.
Examples
- The preparatory work for the project took several weeks.
- She attended a preparatory school to better her chances for college admission.
- They held a preparatory meeting to discuss the upcoming conference.
Meaning
The term ‘preparatory’ refers to actions or processes that are intended to get ready for something that will happen later. It often involves initial steps or stages that set the foundation for future activities.
Synonyms
- Preliminary
- Introductory
- Initial
