Word
readily
Phoneticsread·i·ly, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈɹɛdəɫi/
UK/ɹˈɛdɪli/
Adverb of manner
Definitions
01willingly
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adv. to do something quickly because you are happy or willing to do it.
adv. without hesitation or reluctance; showing a prompt willingness to act.
日本語:あっさり※
“She readily agreed to help us with the project when we asked.”
“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.
Antonyms
02easily
C1 · Advanced Academic
adv. in a way that is easy to find, use, or understand.
adv. without difficulty or impediment; in a manner that is easily accessible or achieved.
日本語:すぐ※
“Fresh water is not readily available in some parts of the desert.”
“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'.
Synonyms
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Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “readily” in context.
Verb
01. readily accept
“Most consumers will readily accept a small price increase if the quality remains high.”
adv + verb
02. readily identify
“Experts can readily identify the subtle differences between the two species of birds.”
adv + verb
03. readily see
“One can readily see the impact of the new policy on the local economy.”
adv + verb
04. readily understand
“The instructions were written in plain English so that anyone could readily understand them.”
adv + verb
Adjective
05. readily accessible
“The emergency exits are clearly marked and readily accessible to all passengers.”
adv + adj
06. readily available
Real-World Examples
“Because tailons are short RNA sequences that can simply be incorporated into existing mRNA designs, they could also be readily compatible with established mRNA manufacturing processes.” “As long as the supply is readily available, there are fewer incentives to invest in recycling the mineral.” “Rather than spending time searching for particular types of wood, they appear to have made practical use of materials that were readily available.” “Unlike lithium, sodium is abundant and readily available, making it an attractive material for reducing battery costs and supply chain concerns.” Etymology
From Middle English redily, rediliche. By surface analysis, read(i) + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · AdvancedOxford
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