readiness

 
Pronunciation: /ˈrɛdinəs/

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1the state of being fully prepared for something: your muscles tense in readiness for action
  • 2 [in singular, with infinitive] willingness to do something: Spain had indicated a readiness to accept his terms
  • 3the quality of being immediate, quick, or prompt: quickness of hearing and readiness of speech were essential