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Meaning of readily
The primary meaning of the word "readily" is to do something quickly and easily, or to be willing to do something.
Etymology of readily
The word "readily" comes from the Old English word "rædan" meaning to advise or counsel, and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to indicate a sense of willingness or ease in doing something
Synonyms
easily
readily
quickly
promptly
swiftly
speedily
rapidly
fast
briskly
hastily
instantly
immediately
forthwith
straightaway
at once
promptly
willingly
voluntarily
freely
cheerfully
gladly
obligingly
helpfully
cooperatively
accommodatingly
agreeably
complacently
peacefully
calmly
serenely
tranquilly
smoothly
effortlessly
naturally
spontaneously
intuitively
automatically.
Definitions
- Used to indicate that something is done quickly and easily, or without hesitation
- Willing to do something, or eager to respond to a situation
- Done or given quickly and easily, or without difficulty
Usage Examples
- She readily agreed to help with the project
- The new employee readily adapted to the company culture
- The teacher readily answered all the students' questions
Antonyms
reluctantly
unwillingly
hesitantly
slowly
gradually
tardily
late
sluggishly
laboriously
painfully
strugglingly
grudgingly
resentfully
bitterness
uncooperatively
unhelpfully
disagreeably
complaisantly
unpeacefully
tumultuously
violently
forcibly
artificially
strainedly
stiffly
awkwardly.