unready

/ˈʌnˌrɛdi/

Other forms: unreadily

Definitions of unready

1. adjective

   not prepared or in a state of readiness; slow to understand or respond
   “she cursed her unready tongue”

   synonyms:

   unprepared

   without preparation; not prepared for

   flat-footed

   unprepared and unable to react quickly

   napping, off guard, off her guard, off his guard, off one's guard, off your guard, off-guard

   not prepared or vigilant

   unripe

   not fully prepared

   antonyms:

   ready

   completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

   prepared

   made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

   at the ready

   ready for immediate use

   fit, primed, set

   (usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed

   in order

   in a state of proper readiness or preparation or arrangement

   prompt

   ready and willing or quick to act

   ripe

   fully prepared or eager

   ready and waiting, waiting

   being and remaining ready and available for use

   willing

   disposed or inclined toward