noun (n)

• the state of having been made ready or prepared for use or action (especially military action)(noun.state)

  Example:
  Putting them in readiness.
  

  Synonym:
  preparation, preparedness
  

  source: wordnet30
• prompt willingness(noun.attribute)

  Example:
  Readiness to continue discussions.
  

  Synonym:
  eagerness, forwardness, zeal
  

  source: wordnet30
• (psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way(noun.cognition)

  Synonym:
  set
  

  source: wordnet30
• a natural effortlessness(noun.attribute)

  Example:
  A happy readiness of conversation.
  

  Synonym:
  facility
  

  source: wordnet30
• The state or quality of being ready; preparation; promptness; aptitude; willingness.(noun)

  source: webster1913