readily

USAGE SUMMARY

"readily" is a correct and usable word in written English.
It can mean "easily", "quickly", or "readiness". For example, "He readily agreed to the plan."

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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

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60 human-written examples

The Hollywood film U-571 (2000), in which the Royal Navy's capture of an Enigma machine during the second world war is falsely attributed to an American crew (including chief engineer Jon Bon Jovi), was denounced in parliament by prime minister Tony Blair.

The Guardian - Film

U Myint Aye, aged 61, from Yangon, has a long track record of peaceful political activism.

The Guardian

Referring back to her iconic look in the Nothing Compares 2 U video – a huge international hit written by Prince – O'Connor admitted that she was asked by her label to reconsider her image for the 1990s video.

The Guardian - Music

In Britain, the US and France the top 1% have over the past 100 years seen their fortunes rise and fall and rise again in a U-shaped arc.

The Guardian - Business

Of these, Brundage sa id 85% – almost 600,000 – are unemployed even though many of them are employable.

The Guardian - Business

"This time it was União da Madeira, his eighth promotion, from the second division to the first tier (or seventh if we exclude last year as he was sacked before the end of the season): P. Ferreira 90-91, Académica 96-97, U. Leiria 97-98, Belenenses 98-99, Leixões 06-07, Arouca 12-13, Moreirense 13-14 and U. Madeira 14-15.

The Guardian - Sport

The U-6 number is around 13%, Yellen says.

The Guardian - Business

But on Thursday at an EU summit in Brussels, Luxembourg performed a U-turn and promised to hand over all the tax rulings to the commission after Vestager announced she was extending her inquiry to all 28 EU countries.

The Guardian

Indeed the pressure became so intense over the past 72 hours that the government was forced into an embarrassing U-turn over plans to cut allowances for younger disabled people in the republic.

The Guardian

"I guess it hurts 2 have the producers tell u to ur face that nicki is the best judge we've had since simon [cowell]," the rapper further tweeted.

The Guardian - Music

Like most people, I didn't really start cooking till my early 20s – through uni I lived at home and was lucky enough to have food readily available in the fridge.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

Use "readily" to emphasize the ease or lack of effort required in a particular situation. It adds a subtle nuance compared to simply saying something is "easy".

Common error

Avoid using "readily" when you simply mean "ready". "Readily" implies ease or willingness, not just a state of being prepared.

Linguistic Context

The adverb "readily" primarily functions to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, indicating the ease, willingness, or speed with which an action is performed or a state exists. It contributes to expressing the manner in which something occurs. According to Ludwig AI, the word is correct and usable in English.

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The adverb "readily" is a versatile term that enhances writing by emphasizing ease, willingness, and promptness. It often serves to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. While the term didn't appear directly in Ludwig's examples, Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and usability. It can be replaced by similar adverbs like "easily", "willingly", or "quickly". Usage ranges from neutral to formal contexts, typically appearing in news, business and media. The phrase isn't considered incorrect, but be careful not to overuse it in place of the word "ready".

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

easily

Expresses a similar sense of effortlessness or lack of difficulty.

willingly

Focuses on the eagerness or consent with which something is done.

quickly

Emphasizes the speed or promptness of an action.

promptly

Highlights the immediacy or punctuality of a response or action.

without hesitation

Indicates a lack of delay or doubt in taking action.

freely

Suggests a lack of constraint or impediment.

naturally

Implies that something happens as a matter of course or instinct.

smoothly

Highlights the absence of difficulty or obstruction.

handily

Indicates convenience or ease of use.

conveniently

Focuses on the suitability or appropriateness of something for a particular purpose.

FAQs

How can I use "readily" in a sentence?

You can use "readily" to describe how easily or willingly something is done. For example, "The information is "easily available"" or "She "willingly accepted" the offer".

What words are similar to "readily"?

Synonyms for "readily" include "easily", "willingly", and "quickly". The best choice depends on the specific nuance you want to convey.

Is it correct to say "readily available"?

Yes, "readily available" is a common and correct usage. It means something is easily accessible or obtainable.

What's the difference between "readily" and "easily"?

"Readily" often implies a sense of willingness or promptness in addition to ease, whereas "easily" focuses primarily on the lack of difficulty. You might say "The solution was "easily found"" or "She "readily agreed" to help".