ill-prepared

American  

[il-pri-paird] / ˈɪl prɪˈpɛərd /

adjective

1. badly or inadequately prepared or trained.

   ill-prepared job applicants; The hotel was ill-prepared for so many guests.

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Example Sentences

Europe has wide "shortfalls" in its military capabilities which leave it "ill-prepared" as the war in Ukraine grinds on, a new report said Tuesday.

From Barron's • Feb. 24, 2026

Gifted prospects are routinely sacrificed on crummy franchises ill-prepared to develop or even protect them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 9, 2026

In their study — titled “How Much Are Emergency Expenses for Retirees and Are They Prepared?” — researchers Manita Rao and Anqi Chen reached a sobering conclusion: Many retirees are ill-prepared to handle unexpected expenses.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 23, 2026

Being sloppy and ill-prepared is not how you get to the Super Bowl.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2025

I had the impression that he was not entirely pleased with the turn in the events, and he was ill-prepared for the encounter with Colonel Julyan.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier