Readiness Definition
readiness
noun
- the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action); "putting them in readiness"; "their preparation was more than adequate"
- prompt willingness; "readiness to continue discussions"; "they showed no eagerness to spread the gospel"; "they disliked his zeal in demonstrating his superiority"; "he tried to explain his forwardness in battle"
- (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way; "the subjects' set led them to solve problems the familiar way and to overlook the simpler solution"; "his instructions deliberately gave them the wrong set"
- a natural effortlessness; "they conversed with great facility"; "a happy readiness of conversation"--Jane Austen
"Readiness" in song lyrics
See how readiness is used in real songs:
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"They say my head is sick, I offer readiness"
Da Hol' 9 — Lemmehollatcha -
"Always on point and my middle name's readiness"
O.C. — King of New York -
"kindergarden readiness"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with readiness
Usage tips for "readiness"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "readiness" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for readiness to find words that pair well.