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
- overreadily adverb
Etymology
Origin of readily
First recorded in 1275–1325, readily is from the Middle English word redily; ready, -ly
Example Sentences
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In practical terms, sanctuary policies mean that undocumented migrants are more readily able to obtain identity documents and driving licenses for example.
From Barron's
The path out of the morass isn’t readily apparent.
From Barron's
"Being in a country where water is already not readily available, it's important to showcase and educate about water and its scarcity," said Pieterse.
From Barron's
"Children were wholly failed by the school. They could have been readily protected, and it is shameful that did not happen," Lady Smith said.
From BBC
As recently as Jan. 7, the market value was $26 billion, after more than doubling in three trading sessions for no readily apparent reason.
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