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

• 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

Their recommendations often determine if insurance companies cover the vaccine free of charge for a patient and if pharmacies readily distribute them. —Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025

Scientists who study tipping points readily admit that the term can be somewhat vague. —Gregory Barber, Quanta Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025

The system that would have calculated Brown’s risk score — or any defendant’s score — is not readily available to the public, but the Observer found a breakdown of the general formula through the foundation that helped develop Mecklenburg’s policies. —Charlotte Observer, 12 Sep. 2025

At least one Johnson County city is supporting a push to make Spanish language voting materials more readily available, with more discussions in other cities underway. —Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 12 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for readily

• steadily
• unsteadily