readily

American  

[red-l-ee] / ˈrɛd l i /

adverb

1. promptly; quickly; easily.

   The information is readily available.

2. in a ready manner; willingly.

   He readily agreed to help us.

   Synonyms:

   ungrudgingly, graciously, freely

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readily British  

/ ˈrɛdɪlɪ /

adverb

1. promptly; eagerly; willingly

2. without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly

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Other Word Forms

• overreadily adverb

Etymology

Origin of readily

First recorded in 1275–1325, readily is from the Middle English word redily; see ready, -ly

Explanation

Anything happening readily is happening without difficulty. A great party has cupcakes that are readily available. A great host will readily admit when it’s time to put more on the table. Things happening readily are easy and accessible. If you readily admit that you love cupcakes, you’ll tell anyone who asks. A readily available product is easily available to just about everyone. Thanks to the Internet, pictures of cats wearing funny outfits are readily available. This word can also apply to things that happen quickly. When a party is over, good guests readily get their coats and leave.

Example Sentences

That said, a few words readily available would help connect the dots without undermining the provocation.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026

They explored whether it might be possible to encourage cells to more readily absorb LNPs.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

Teens also tend to think they’re invincible, Clark said, dismissing the potential bad outcomes from their gambling more readily.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

But the details of what came before are readily available.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Eager to deepen his involvement at the school, and never afraid of putting in more hours, Volpe readily agreed.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove

Related Words

• cheerfully
• eagerly
• easily
• freely
• gladly
• immediately
• promptly
• willingly