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Definition ready in British English

ready adjective

adjective
/ˈredi/
1

prepared for what is going to happen

Example

We'll never be ready in time.

Example

She was ready for a new challenge.

Example

Are you ready to go yet?

Synonyms and related words
ready prepared poised
1.1

in a suitable condition for use

Example

Is dinner ready?

Example

I'd just got tea ready when they called.

Example

We can have your order ready by 5.00.

Synonyms and related words
suitable convenient proper
2

willing to do something

Example

Jack was always ready to work extra hours 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

a ready smile

Example

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

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

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