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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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That perception could determine how readily people accept robots in everyday environments. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Dec. 2025 But how much interest can this account really earn now, calculated against today's readily available rates? Matt Richardson, CBS News, 1 Dec. 2025 These are inexpensive and readily available at most hardware stores or home centers. Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2025 But where is the fun if every character is readily available? Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 26 Nov. 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 5 Dec. 2025.

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