preparedness

noun pre·pared·ness \pri-ˈper-əd-nəs also -ˈperd-nəs\

: the fact of being ready for something : the state of being prepared

Full Definition of PREPAREDNESS

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

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