Synonyms for

Readily

Verb / ˈredʌli: / Another word for readily — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Readily means easily or without hesitation.

Synonyms & similar words

promptly pronto easily quickly promptly willingly freely gladly happily lightly openly unhesitatingly voluntarily handily conveniently effortlessly smoothly comfortably

Synonyms by register

Formal

willingly eagerly promptly without hesitation

Informal

easily happily no problem sure thing

Literary

cheerfully gladly with alacrity

Antonyms

reluctantly hesitantly unwillingly grudgingly slowly with difficulty

Common collocations

  • readily available
  • readily accept
  • readily admit
  • readily understandable
  • readily agree
  • readily accessible
  • readily apparent

Word family

adjective ready
adverb readily

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is easily obtained or done. Can also indicate a willingness or promptness to act.

Example sentences

  1. He readily accepted the invitation to the party.
  2. She readily helped her little brother tie his shoes.
  3. The teacher readily answered the students' questions.
  4. The dog readily followed its owner wherever she went.
  5. The flowers readily bloomed in the sunshine.

Quotes

  • "I am always ready to learn although I do not always like being taught." - Winston Churchill
  • "I would rather regret the things I have done than the things I have not." - Lucille Ball
  • "If you're not ready to die for it, take the word 'freedom' out of your vocabulary." - Malcolm X

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