readily

American  

[red-l-ee] / ˈrɛd l i /

adverb

1. promptly; quickly; easily.

   The information is readily available.

2. in a ready manner; willingly.

   He readily agreed to help us.

   Synonyms:

   ungrudgingly, graciously, freely

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readily British  

/ ˈrɛdɪlɪ /

adverb

1. promptly; eagerly; willingly

2. without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly

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Other Word Forms

• overreadily
  adverb

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

But investors are already debating whether such a trade would pay off as readily this time around.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

Sherman, at the time and in the years since, readily conceded that it wasn’t perfect.

From Slate • May 1, 2026

Washington deemed himself fully accountable to Congress, and readily stepped down after his second term.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

Most of the remaining exports are essential raw materials that the U.S. can’t readily replace, adds Martha Hall Findlay, director of the university’s school of public policy.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

“Popped my fingers in my mouth,” Jamie answered readily.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein

Related Words

• cheerfully
• eagerly
• easily
• freely
• gladly
• immediately
• promptly
• willingly