Synonyms of preparedness

preparedness

noun

as in readiness

the state of being ready to act when the need arises

The city is often threatened by hurricanes and has spent top dollar on emergency preparedness.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• readiness
• preparation
• carefulness
• awareness
• care
• consciousness
• sensitivity
• receptivity
• receptiveness
• mindfulness
• aliveness
• cautiousness
• wariness
• watchfulness
• vigilance
• alertness
• attentiveness
• chariness
• alert
• heedfulness
• watch
• red alert
• qui vive

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• unpreparedness
• unreadiness
• negligence
• carelessness
• inattention
• inattentiveness
• remissness
• heedlessness
• abstraction
• daze
• distraction
• absentmindedness
• daydreaming
• unwariness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of preparedness

All local organizations—not just emergency responders—need to be clear on their role in disaster preparedness and response. —Trevor Riggen, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025

Unfortunately, Europe’s preparedness for an attack by Moscow on a member state remains inadequate. —Michael E. O’Hanlon, Foreign Affairs, 18 Mar. 2025

The wildfires that devastated Southern California and caused thousands to be forced to evacuate serve as a stark reminder to Saratoga residents of the importance of wildfire preparedness in our community. —Belal Aftab, The Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2025

Council in January voted to set aside $1 million for emergency and wildfire preparedness initiatives, as well as the hiring of a fulltime emergency manager. —Nollyanne Delacruz, The Mercury News, 19 Mar. 2025