Ready
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɹɛd.i/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Ready is an adjective meaning Prepared for immediate action or use.
Meaning
Prepared for immediate action or use.
More Meanings
- Inclined; apt to happen.
- Liable at any moment.
- Not slow or hesitating; quick in action or perception of any kind.
- Offering itself at once; at hand; opportune; convenient.
- (transitive) To prepare; to make ready for action.
- (slang) Ready money; cash.
Example Sentences
My heart is ready to crack.
The seed is ready to sprout.
she was told dinner was ready
The porridge is ready to serve.
Word Forms
- readier
- readiest
- readies
- readying
- readied
Synonyms for ready
Depending on context, synonyms include yark, fit, dexterous, prompt, easy, expert.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include primed, prepared, prepare, set up, available, make.
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