preparatory
2 synonyms for preparatory, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Done as preparation; serving to get something or someone ready.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
preparative
propaedeutic
How to use preparatory
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
preparatory course
preparatory school
Etymology
From Late Latin praeparatorius, built from prepare plus -atory.
Full origin of preparatory →Frequently asked questions
What does “preparatory” mean?
The word “preparatory” means done as preparation; serving to get something or someone ready. In plain terms, describes something meant to get you ready for what comes next.
How do you pronounce “preparatory”?
“Preparatory” is pronounced PREHP-ruht-ree (/ˈpɹɛp(ə)ɹətɔɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “preparatory” in a sentence?
Here is “preparatory” used in a sentence: “She took a preparatory course before starting medical school.”
What part of speech is “preparatory”?
“Preparatory” is an adjective.
Where does the word “preparatory” come from?
The word “preparatory” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin praeparatorius, built from prepare plus -atory.
Is “preparatory” a common word?
“Preparatory” is an uncommon word in modern English.
