readily
Americanadverb
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The information is readily available.
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in a ready manner; willingly.
He readily agreed to help us.
- Synonyms:
- ungrudgingly , graciously , freely
adverb
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promptly; eagerly; willingly
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without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly
Other Word Forms
- overreadily adverb
Etymology
Origin of readily
First recorded in 1275–1325, readily is from the Middle English word redily; ready, -ly
Example Sentences
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Like the British troops who readily acknowledged the “pluck” of the Dervishes, Mr. Hart is impressed by their willingness to face the massed firepower of rifles, machine guns and artillery.
"No tier four was readily available and the high demand for such beds is a national issue," said James Marsland, prosecuting.
From BBC
In fact, Tor traffic is easily distinguishable from regular Internet traffic and can readily be blocked.
From Salon
In multiple interviews, Erb has readily conceded that the model is not perfect.
From MarketWatch
Unsurprisingly, all of those things were readily available in Lowe’s newly sold property.
From MarketWatch
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