preparedness

/prɪˈpɛrɪdnəs/
noun
  1. The state of being ready and able to deal with something that may happen, especially an emergency or difficult situation.
    • Her preparedness for the interview helped her feel calm and confident.
    • The school's emergency preparedness plan includes regular fire drills.
    • After the hurricane, the community improved its preparedness for future storms.
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