readiness
n. uncountable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹɛdinəs// UK //ɹˈɛdɪnəs// readi·ness
n. the state of being fully prepared for something. It means you are willing and able to start a task or deal with a situation right now.
n. the state of being fully prepared for an action or situation; a quality of being willing and able to proceed immediately.
The team showed great readiness for the upcoming challenge.
The emergency services maintain a high level of readiness to respond to natural disasters at any time.
The diplomat's readiness to negotiate despite the recent setbacks provided a glimmer of hope for a peaceful resolution to the long-standing border dispute.
From ready + -ness.
Usage
Uncountable; frequently followed by the preposition 'for' or a 'to-infinitive' clause.