preparedness
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pre·pared·ness

noun \pri-ˈper-əd-nəs also -ˈperd-nəs\

Definition of PREPAREDNESS

: the quality or state of being prepared; especially : a state of adequate preparation in case of war

Examples of PREPAREDNESS

  1. The military is in a state of preparedness.

First Known Use of PREPAREDNESS

1590

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