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readily

adv.
US //ˈɹɛdəɫi// UK //ɹˈɛdɪli// read·i·ly
  1. 1 willingly (adv.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    to do something quickly because you are happy or willing to do it.

    without hesitation or reluctance; showing a prompt willingness to act.

    Example

    She readily agreed to help us with the project when we asked.

    Example

    The witness readily admitted to being present at the scene, offering a detailed account of the events without any prompting from the investigators.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the verb it modifies.
  2. 2 easily (adv.)
    C1 Advanced Academic

    in a way that is easy to find, use, or understand.

    without difficulty or impediment; in a manner that is easily accessible or achieved.

    Example

    Fresh water is not readily available in some parts of the desert.

    Example

    The software is designed so that complex data sets can be readily interpreted by users who lack a background in statistical analysis.

    Usage

    Commonly used with past participles like 'available', 'accessible', or 'understood'.
Origin

From Middle English redily, rediliche. By surface analysis, read(i) + -ly.

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