nespremnost
Nespremnost is a noun used in several South Slavic languages to denote unpreparedness or lack of readiness. The term is formed from the negation ne- attached to spremnost, meaning readiness or willingness. In English, nespremnost is commonly translated as unpreparedness, though in some contexts the sense may extend to carelessness or neglect, depending on how the term is used.
Usage includes practical, situational unpreparedness (not being ready to meet a task or risk) and a behavioural
Although closely related to spremnost (readiness) in Slavic languages, the exact connotations of nespremnost vary by
See also: readiness, preparedness, negligence, risk management.