Readiness

/ˈrɛdiness/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of being fully prepared for something.

The team's readiness for the championship was evident in their rigorous training.

Willingness to do something.

Her readiness to help others made her a beloved figure in the community.

The quality of being prepared for immediate action.

The soldiers were in a constant state of readiness, ready to respond to any orders.

From the Old English 'rǣd', meaning 'counsel or advice', combined with '-ness' to form a noun.

in readiness

prepared for action.

readiness to learn

willingness and enthusiasm to gain knowledge.

state of readiness

a condition in which one is prepared for something.

prepared

ready for action or use.

alert

quick to notice any unusual and potentially dangerous or difficult circumstances.

available

able to be used or obtained.

On the go

We're always on the go, fully in readiness for whatever comes.

Game on

When he said 'game on', everyone knew it was time for readiness.