Unprepared — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌən-pri-ˈperd/ un·pre·pared

Meaning & Definition of Unprepared

Unprepared (adjective)

  1. not prepared

Unprepared (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. made or done without previous thought or preparation

    "an obviously unprepared acceptance speech by the surprise winner"

    similar: ad hoc, ad-lib, down and dirty, extemporaneous, extemporary, extempore, impromptu, improvisational, improvised, off-the-cuff, offhand, offhanded, snap, spur-of-the-moment, unconsidered, unplanned, unpremeditated, unrehearsed, unstudied
    related: unscripted, automatic, impulsive, instinctive, involuntary, spontaneous, casual, cursive, informal, unauthorized, half-baked, half-cocked, ill-advised
    opposite: considered, planned, premeditated, premeditative, prepared, rehearsed
    near: deliberate, intended, intentional

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Unprepared

The most common words with a similar meaning to Unprepared:

ad hoc, ad-lib, down and dirty, extemporaneous, extemporary, extempore, impromptu, improvisational, improvised, off-the-cuff, offhand, offhanded, snap, spur-of-the-moment, unconsidered, unplanned, unpremeditated, unrehearsed, unstudied

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Unprepared

Words with the opposite meaning of Unprepared:

considered, planned, premeditated, premeditative, prepared, rehearsed

Related Words for Unprepared

unscripted, automatic, impulsive, instinctive, involuntary, spontaneous, casual, cursive, informal, unauthorized, half-baked, half-cocked, ill-advised

Near Antonyms of Unprepared

deliberate, intended, intentional

Word Forms of Unprepared

Derived words: unpreparedness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Unprepared

First known use: 1528

Words & Phrases Containing Unprepared

catch unawares/unprepared/by surprise

Frequently Asked Questions about Unprepared

What does "Unprepared" mean?

"Unprepared" means not prepared. As an adjective, it is defined as: not prepared.

What is another word for "Unprepared"?

Other words for "Unprepared" include ad hoc, ad-lib, down and dirty, extemporaneous, extemporary, extempore, impromptu and improvisational. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Unprepared" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Unprepared"?

There are 32 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Unprepared". Common alternatives include ad hoc, ad-lib, down and dirty, extemporaneous, extemporary, extempore, impromptu, improvisational, improvised and off-the-cuff.

What is the opposite of "Unprepared"?

Antonyms of "Unprepared" include considered, planned, premeditated, premeditative, prepared and rehearsed. Near antonyms include deliberate, intended and intentional.

How do you use "Unprepared" in a sentence?

Examples of "Unprepared" in a sentence: "an obviously unprepared acceptance speech by the surprise winner".

Is "Unprepared" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Unprepared" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Unprepared"?

"Unprepared" is pronounced /ˌən-pri-ˈperd/ and divided into syllables as un·pre·pared.

What is the origin of the word "Unprepared"?

First known use: 1528.