English Explanatory Dictionary

preparedness

English dictionary entry

Meanings

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

Pronunciation

/pɹɪˈpɛə(ɹɪ)dnɪs/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-preparedness.wav /pɹɪˈpɛɹ(ə)dnəs/

Word forms

preparedness preparednesses

Etymology

From prepared + -ness.

Synonyms

readiness

Related words

preparation

Derived words

antipreparedness
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