equipped

/ɪˈkwɪpt/ (bre, ipa) · /ɪˈkwɪpt/ (ame, ipa)

equipped — adjective

  • equippedpositive
  • more equippedcomparative
  • most equippedsuperlative

1. Supplied or fitted with the physical items — such as tools, machines, clothing,

1.形容詞B1
釋義

Supplied or fitted with the physical items — such as tools, machines, clothing, or gear — that are needed for a specific task, activity, or situation.

例句

The hiker was well equipped with a tent, a warm sleeping bag, and food for a week.

well equipped with [items]

The school's science lab is equipped with new microscopes and safety goggles for every student.

passive: equipped with [equipment]

同義詞
  • fitted

    slightly more formal, especially for permanent installations (fitted with a security system)

  • outfitted

    implies a complete set of gear, often for a specific expedition or role

  • supplied

    focuses on provision rather than readiness; may imply ongoing replenishment

反義詞

文法句型

equipped with [equipment/items]

equipped for [purpose/activity]

well/fully/specially equipped

用法筆記

Commonly modified by well, fully, or specially. The preposition with introduces the specific items provided; for introduces the purpose or situation the items are meant to handle.

常見錯誤

❌The car was equipped of air conditioning.
✅The car was equipped with air conditioning.
💡The correct preposition after equipped is always with, not of.
❌The campers equipped warm clothes.
✅The campers were equipped with warm clothes.
💡When used as an adjective, equipped needs a form of be before it.

2. Having the necessary skills, knowledge, experience, or personal qualities to han

2.形容詞B2
釋義

Having the necessary skills, knowledge, experience, or personal qualities to handle a task, role, or challenge effectively.

例句

After years of training, Nikos felt equipped to lead the team through the difficult project.

feel equipped to [verb]

The new manager was not equipped for the pressure of deciding for hundreds of workers.

not equipped for [situation]

同義詞
  • prepared

    broader in meaning; can refer to mental readiness or physical readiness

  • qualified

    specifically about having the right credentials, training, or experience

  • ready

    emphasizes willingness and immediate readiness rather than long-term capability

反義詞

文法句型

equipped to [verb]

equipped for [role/task]

well/poorly equipped

用法筆記

Typically followed by to + infinitive to specify an action, or by for + noun phrase to specify a role or situation. Frequently modified by well or poorly to indicate degree of preparedness. This sense does not refer to physical objects — it describes capability or readiness in ability terms.

常見錯誤

❌She is equipped to handles the job.
✅She is equipped to handle the job.
💡After equipped to, use the base form of the verb, not the third-person singular.
❌I am equipped of dealing with stress.
✅I am equipped to deal with stress.' or 'I am equipped for dealing with stress.
💡Use to + infinitive or for + gerund, never of.