readily

adverb

read·​i·​ly ˈre-də-lē 

: in a ready manner: such as

a

: without hesitating : willingly

readily accepted advice

b

: without much difficulty : easily

for reasons that anyone could readily understand

Synonyms of readily

• rather
• willingly
• preferably

Examples of readily in a Sentence

simple instructions that anyone can readily understand

He readily agreed to help us.

Recent Examples on the Web

The search for secure and affordable domestic supplies can lead governments toward coal as readily as toward solar, wind, geothermal, or nuclear power. — Jason Bordoff, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026

Practicing isolating these muscles and squeezing them when not in urgent need of a bathroom can help in the longer term when dealing with the need to go to the bathroom without a toilet readily available. — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 14 Aug. 2026

Money flows most readily toward housing that can generate enough revenue to justify the cost of building it. — Ray Bramson, Washington Post, 14 Aug. 2026

The question, however, revolves around how viable and profitable they are compared to readily available alternatives. — Matt Richardson, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for readily

• steadily
• unsteadily