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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Without a readily available labor force of skilled sewists, individuals must be recruited into the field and then trained. Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 30 June 2025 In states that have money for fire suppression readily available, contractors may be more confident that they’ll be paid on time. Sarah Cutler june 28, Idaho Statesman, 28 June 2025 For minor cracks, DIY kits are readily available and cost-effective. Angie Hicks, Boston Herald, 27 June 2025 This distinction is more important than ever in a world where large language models are readily accessible. Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 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 6 Jul. 2025.

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