prepaid
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˈpriːpeɪd//
KK: /priˈpeɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has been paid for before it is used or received.
Example
I bought a prepaid phone plan to avoid monthly bills.
Conversation
Did you get that new phone with a prepaid plan?
Yeah, it was a great deal and I don't have to worry about monthly bills.
I think that's smart; prepaid options can save a lot of money.
Exactly! Plus, I can control my spending much better.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
advanced
paid
settled
Antonyms
unpaid
outstanding
due
verb
Definition
To pay for something in advance before receiving the service or product.
Example
I prepaid for my hotel room to ensure I had a place to stay when I arrived.
Tense Forms
Past: prepaid
Past Participle: prepaid
Conversation
Did you know I prepaid my phone bill this month?
Oh really? That sounds convenient.
Yeah, it saved me from worrying about it later.
Root Explanation
Prepaid → It is formed from "pre-" (meaning before) and "paid" (from Old English "pægan", meaning to pay). The word "prepaid" means to have paid for something before it is used or received.
Memory Tip
Think of having paid 'before' ('pre-') you actually use something — that's what prepaid means.
Visually Confused Words
preacid
unrepaid
prevalid
preaxiad