rehearsed

Rehearsed is the past participle of the verb rehearse and, as an adjective, describes something that has been practiced or prepared in advance. Rehearsing commonly refers to practicing a performance, a speech, or a sequence of actions before presenting it publicly. A rehearsed plan is one that has been worked through to ensure timing and accuracy.

In the performing arts, a rehearsed performance is the result of repeated practice sessions. Actors, musicians, and dancers run through scenes or pieces to refine delivery, blocking, and coordination. Rehearsed lines are designed to have precise rhythm and emphasis, and the aim is to reduce surprises during the final performance.

The term is also used outside the arts. A rehearsed response or rehearsed question is one that has been prepared in advance. While this can improve clarity and efficiency, it may be perceived as insincere or mechanical in some contexts.

Related forms include rehearse, rehearsal, and rehearsing. Rehearsed conveys the sense of prior practice, distinguishing it from spontaneous or improvised actions or statements.