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Definition ready in American English

ready adjective

adjective
/ˈredi/
1

prepared for what is going to happen

Example

We'll never be ready in time.

Example

Are you ready to go yet?

Example

She was ready for a new challenge.

Example

Hang on! I'm nearly ready!

Synonyms and related words
ready prepared poised
1.1

in a suitable condition for use

Example

Is dinner ready?

Example

Your laundry will be ready by 5:00.

Example

We can have your order ready by 5:00.

Example

I'd just got tea ready when they called.

Synonyms and related words
suitable convenient proper
2

willing to do something

Example

Jack was always ready to work overtime if necessary.

Example

You are too ready to find fault with other people.

Example

He was always ready with a story to cheer us up.

Synonyms and related words
willing ready interested
Example

This type of account gives you ready access to your money.

Example

a ready smile

Synonyms and related words
available public spare
Definition ready in American English

Related Words

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