The state of being ripe or brought to that state of perfection which fits for use; maturity; as the ripeness of grain.

Full growth. Time which made them their fame outlive, to Cowley scarce did ripeness give.

Perfection; completeness; as the ripeness of virtue, wisdom or judgment.

Fitness; qualification.

Complete maturation or suppuration, as of an ulcer or abscess.

A state of preparation; as the ripeness of a project for execution.