preparedness
[pri-pair-id-nis, -paird-nis]
- the state of being prepared; readiness.
- possession of adequate armed forces, industrial resources and potential, etc., especially as a deterrent to enemy attack.
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Origin of preparedness
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Contemporary Examples
Philip Breedlove, NATO commander-in-chief, says this represents a shift, "from engagement to preparedness."
She brings her own tea bags in a neat Ziploc bag, and I am mildly awed at her preparedness and chutzpah.
But Pratap Rudra, routed repeatedly by his lack of preparedness in a rapidly altering region, had exposed his weaknesses.
He continues to speak and consult nationally on “Building a Culture of Preparedness.”
The Hero Summit 2013 SpeakersSeptember 10, 2013
Many media representatives felt explaining the change took valuable time away from focusing on impacts and preparedness actions.
Historical Examples
The tragedy of preparedness has scarcely been handled, save by the Greeks.
Howards EndE. M. Forster
And why should Germany, even with all her preparedness and her resources not be afraid?
The Psychology of NationsG.E. Partridge
His prime interest, from the point of view of preparedness, lay in the navy.
Theodore Roosevelt and His TimesHarold Howland
In writing, as in everything else, preparedness is all essential.
An African AdventureIsaac F. Marcosson
Their whole attitude was 126 one of preparedness, but for what?
The Adventure Girls at K Bar OClair Blank
preparedness
- the state of being prepared or ready, esp militarily ready for war
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Word Origin and History for preparedness
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