readily

adverb

read·​i·​ly ˈre-də-lē How to pronounce readily (audio)
: 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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Despite the program’s struggles over the past decade, upward mobility in the conference is readily available. Cameron Teague Robinson, New York Times, 19 June 2025 The country’s crippled economy also forced her to become resourceful by incorporating materials that were locally sourced and readily available into her works. Hung Duong, Artforum, 18 June 2025 The sand is darker in color than what currently exists, but is readily available for replenishing the shrinking shore. Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 17 June 2025 An exact opening date was not readily available for that location, which is operated by another franchisee. Jenna Thompson, Kansas City Star, 16 June 2025 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 3 Jul. 2025.

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