readily

[ red-l-ee ]

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

ˈreadily

/ ˈrɛdɪlɪ /

adverb

1. promptly; eagerly; willingly
2. without difficulty or delay; easily or quickly

Other Words From

• over·readi·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of readily¹

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

Example Sentences

If the most immediate area requiring improvement is readily apparent, the bigger picture remains Ireland's transition from a team for today into one built for tomorrow.

From BBC

Adults will readily admit watching “Bluey” with their kids, noting how the family dynamics feel real and relatable.

From Los Angeles Times

But according to Dan, Silly String is still readily available in Hollywood — if you know where to look.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, it would have been nice had the information I was looking for been a little more readily available.

From Salon

Deli meats, grab-and-go salads and frozen meals are staples of the modern American diet — convenient and inexpensive options that shoppers readily toss into their carts during grocery runs.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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