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preparedness vs ready

ready vs preparedness

preparedness and ready both are nouns.

preparedness is not an adjective while ready is an adjective.

preparedness is not a verb while ready is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
preparedness Yes No No No
ready Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, ready is a hyponym of preparedness; that is, ready is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than preparedness:
  • preparedness: the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)
  • ready: poised for action
Other hyponyms of preparedness include alert, qui vive.
preparedness (noun) ready (noun)
the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action) poised for action
preparedness (adjective) ready (adjective)
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
made suitable and available for immediate use
mentally disposed
(of especially money) immediately available
preparedness (verb) ready (verb)
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
prepare for eating by applying heat
Difference between preparedness and ready

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