Definition

Noun: 1. The state of being ready or prepared for something, especially for a potential event or action. This state involves having made necessary arrangements, plans, or provisions in advance. It often implies a proactive stance toward potential challenges or opportunities. 2. (Especially in military or emergency contexts) The state of being fully equipped, trained, and organized for immediate action or deployment.

Examples of Usage

Advanced Usage

• "A state of preparedness": Emphasizes the condition of being prepared.
  • The agency maintains a constant state of preparedness for natural disasters.
• "Readiness and preparedness": Often used together for emphasis, particularly in official or formal contexts.
  • The report assessed the nation's readiness and preparedness for a pandemic.

Variants and Related Words

• Prepare (verb): To make ready or get ready for something.
  • We must prepare for the upcoming negotiations.
• Prepared (adjective): Made ready in advance.
  • She felt well-prepared for the exam.
• Preparation (noun): The action or process of making ready.
  • The preparation for the conference took months.

Synonyms

• Readiness: The state of being fully prepared for immediate action.
• Precaution: A measure taken in advance to prevent harm or secure good results (focuses more on the preventive action itself).
• Forethought: Careful consideration of what will be necessary before an event.

Antonyms

• Unpreparedness: The state of not being ready.
• Negligence: Failure to take proper care, leading to a lack of preparation.

Noun

1. the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)
   • putting them in readiness
   • their preparation was more than adequate