readily

adverb

read·​i·​ly ˈre-də-lē How to pronounce readily (audio)
Synonyms of readilynext
: 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

Examples of readily in a Sentence

simple instructions that anyone can readily understand He readily agreed to help us.
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This food staple was readily caught during the months of August and September. Seth Jacobson, The Providence Journal, 13 Jan. 2026 But why not envision the potential beneficiary of a charitable donation, whom Clayton readily sets aside? Katy Waldman, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026 Its elements are more readily available on the planet. Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026 Furthermore, sometimes passengers get to the gate and don’t have their passports or tickets readily available, which causes even more congestion, slowing the entire boarding process down. Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for readily

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of readily was in the 14th century

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“Readily.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/readily. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.

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