READINESS Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

readiness

noun

Definition of readiness

as in preparation

the state of being ready to act when the need arises With the storm fast approaching, local officials assured the public of the readiness of first responders.

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Recent Examples of readiness ThredUp said 38 percent of respondents cite logistics and operational gaps as roadblocks, but 32 percent recognize RaaS for being a way to bypass friction and accelerate readiness. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 Villa began their Premier League season with a 4-0 away defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday, raising a number of questions about the squad’s readiness for the new campaign. — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Independence builds confidence, resilience, problem-solving, academic readiness, and long-term success. — Jose Bolaños, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 Head coach Mike Vrabel was non-committal when asked about Gonzalez’s readiness for Week 1. — Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for readiness

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Much of the work is legal preparation among Democratic state attorneys general and lawyers with leading civic organizations.

— Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 23 Aug. 2026
The team will hold a few practices at their Santa Clara facility before heading down under for their week of preparation ahead of Week 1.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of preparation

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That demographic also showed stronger brand receptivity during the tournament, with World Cup viewers 21% more likely to feel loyal to advertisers and 24% more likely to view tournament ads as credible, according to NBCUniversal data.

— Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
That spiritual receptivity brings peace, clarity, and even safety to others.

— Liesl Ehmke, Christian Science Monitor, 29 June 2026

Definition of receptivity

Noun

There’s a receptiveness to Helaena that at times can be really funny but also played up the tragedy of her arc this season.

— Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 10 Aug. 2026
The team also found that residents in the Sardinian Blue Zone had higher levels of curiosity and receptiveness to new ideas in general, and were more adept at understanding and sharing their emotions.

— Refractor, Refractor, 27 July 2026

Definition of receptiveness

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These capabilities are increasingly central to future crisis preparedness.

— Frances Townsend, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026
This can turn an ordinary preparedness gap into a dangerous one, as families and local governments have less time to secure medications, position emergency equipment, and execute evacuation orders.

— Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of preparedness

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These consumer preferences also reflect Wrangler’s sustainability goals, while trying to meet consumer price sensitivities.

— Catherine Salfino, Footwear News, 24 Aug. 2026
Parent Erika Flores pointed to the school’s program for students with autism, noting that many of these children, including her son, have sensory issues that could heighten their sensitivity to odors from cremation.

— Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 24 Aug. 2026

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