readily
Americanadverb
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The information is readily available.
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in a ready manner; willingly.
He readily agreed to help us.
- Synonyms:
- ungrudgingly, graciously, freely
adverb
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promptly; eagerly; willingly
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without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of readily
First recorded in 1275–1325, readily is from the Middle English word redily; see ready, -ly
Explanation
Anything happening readily is happening without difficulty. A great party has cupcakes that are readily available. A great host will readily admit when it’s time to put more on the table. Things happening readily are easy and accessible. If you readily admit that you love cupcakes, you’ll tell anyone who asks. A readily available product is easily available to just about everyone. Thanks to the Internet, pictures of cats wearing funny outfits are readily available. This word can also apply to things that happen quickly. When a party is over, good guests readily get their coats and leave.
Example Sentences
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Readily available alternatives are affordable and do not call for new technologies or product development.
From Salon • Dec. 3, 2024
Readily accepting all love, prayers, virtual hugs, dog pics, and smudging ceremonies.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 13, 2022
Readily apparent even from a distance, a cluster of seven- and eight-story apartment buildings stick out from the hilly terrain of modest family homes and the occasional villa.
From New York Times • Apr. 10, 2022
Readily available financing, plus booming demand for products and services have emboldened companies of all types to step up recruitment and hiring.
From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2022
Readily did the fisherman promise, “Never, never will I forget.”
From Laos Folk-Lore of Farther India by Fleeson, Katherine Neville
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