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Preparedness

/pɹɪˈpɛə(ɹɪ)dnɪs/ · noun

Meaning

The state of being prepared..

Definitions by Sense

  1. The state of being prepared.
  2. Precautionary measures in the face of potential disasters.

Example Sentences

preparedness for battle
preparedness for an exam
On her preparedness to return to Labour's front bench under new Leader of the Opposition Sir Keir Starmer, she is non-committal.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency has halted the release of hundreds of millions of dollars in emergency preparedness grants, requiring states to prove their population counts before they can access the money, the agency told CNN.
"We won't let the downfall of any one person make us lower our guard or slacken the level of war preparedness we should maintain," he added.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does preparedness mean?

Preparedness means The state of being prepared..

What is a synonym for preparedness?

Common synonyms include readiness.

What is the opposite of preparedness?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use preparedness in a sentence?

preparedness for battle

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