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Readiness - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

readiness

/ˈrɛdɪnəs/ /ˈrɛdɪnɪs/

Definition:

The state of being fully prepared or willing to do something.

Synonyms:

preparedness, willingness, eagerness, alertness

Part of Speech:

noun

Antonyms:

unpreparedness, reluctance

Common Collocations:

combat readiness, mental readiness, state of readiness

Derivatives:

ready, readily

Usage Tips:

Use "readiness" to describe a person's or group's preparedness for action or a situation.

Common Phrases:

in readiness for, battle readiness, state of readiness

Etymology:

Derived from Old English "rǣde," meaning prepared or prompt, with the suffix "-ness" indicating a state or condition.

Examples:

  • 1. The team showed great readiness for the competition.
  • 2. Her readiness to help others made her popular in the office.
  • 3. The soldiers were in full readiness for the mission ahead.
  • 4. We checked the equipment to ensure its readiness before the trip.

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