readiness
noun
read·i·ness
ˈre-dē-nəs 
: the quality or state of being ready: such as
a
: a state of preparation
As Apollo approached readiness, a new system for validating flight hardware came into use.—
William Hines
William Hines… conditions that prevented all regiments being brought to battle readiness simultaneously …—Graham A. Cosmas
Graham A. CosmasPym presented himself at the entrance to the school drive in readiness for Mr. Cudlove's arrival.—John Le Carré
John Le Carré
b
: prompt willingness
Kostunica has already expressed his readiness to talk with independence-minded leaders in Montenegro …—Joshua Hammer et al.
Joshua Hammer et al.Civil War reportage owed its successes also to the readiness of the military to accept photography as a new visual tool …—Naomi Rosenblum
Naomi RosenblumExamples of readiness in a Sentence
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Here’s how organizations can rethink leadership readiness by drawing inspiration from the way rock bands test and elevate their talent.
—Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
What leads us toward a better future is the reconstruction of hope, readiness to learn, change, and create a new path through consensus, solidarity, and rationality.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
And while first responders often engage in table-top exercises and drills – very important for their readiness to respond – there are only a few examples of entire communities actively participating in warning drills.
—Hamilton Bean, The Conversation, 11 July 2025
According to career readiness manager Ebony Rivera, the nonprofit is providing information, skills and resources that employers in various fields will look for, further increasing individuals chances of getting a high-paying career.
—Ramal Nasim
updated July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
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Rhett Power, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2025
What leads us toward a better future is the reconstruction of hope, readiness to learn, change, and create a new path through consensus, solidarity, and rationality.
—Amira El-Fekki, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
And while first responders often engage in table-top exercises and drills – very important for their readiness to respond – there are only a few examples of entire communities actively participating in warning drills.
—Hamilton Bean, The Conversation, 11 July 2025
According to career readiness manager Ebony Rivera, the nonprofit is providing information, skills and resources that employers in various fields will look for, further increasing individuals chances of getting a high-paying career.
—Ramal Nasim
updated July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for readiness
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“Readiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/readiness. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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