Thesaurus
readily
adverb
Synonyms and Antonyms of READILY
1
by choice or preference <she would readily give up piano lessons for a season ticket at her local ski area>
Related Words alternately, alternatively, either, instead; electively, optionally; desirably, gladly, wishfully; obligingly, voluntarily
Antonyms involuntarily, unwillingly
2
without difficulty <always gives directions that are readily understood>
Synonyms easy, effortlessly, facilely, fluently, freely, handily, hands down, lightly, painlessly, readily, smoothly, well
Related Words ably, adeptly, adroitly, competently, deftly, dexterously, efficiently, expertly, masterfully, proficiently, skillfully; instinctively, intuitively, naturally, spontaneously
Near Antonyms awkwardly, clumsily, gracelessly, ham-handedly, ineptly, maladroitly, unskillfully; meticulously, painfully, painstakingly, thoroughly; assiduously, diligently, indefatigably, industriously, intensely, intently, mightily, sedulously, tirelessly
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