ready
//ˈrɛdi//
Adjective
readyCanonical form
readierComparative
readiestSuperlative
1
Prepared or available for immediate use or action.
Dinner is ready.
2
Willing or eager to do something.
She's always ready to help others.
3
In a suitable state or condition for an activity or purpose.
The room is ready for the meeting.
4
Quick or prompt in action or response.
She always has a ready answer to every question.
Verb
readiedPast tense
readiedPast participle
readyingPresent participle
readiesThird-person singular
1
To make something or someone prepared for a particular purpose or activity.
She readied herself for the interview.
Synonym
Noun
1
The state of being prepared or available (often used in the phrase 'at the ready').
The soldiers kept their weapons at the ready.