readiness

/ˈrɛdinəs/
noun
  1. The state of being prepared or willing to do something.
    • The army was in a state of high readiness for the drill.
    • Her readiness to learn new skills impressed her boss.
    • The team showed great readiness for the competition.
  2. The quality of being quick or prompt.
    • The child's readiness to help around the house was appreciated.
    • She answered with such readiness that everyone was surprised.
    • His readiness with an answer made him a good quiz player.
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