Meaning & Definition of Ready in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a suitable state for an action or situation.

  Example Sentence: She was ready to start her new job.

• Definition: Mentally prepared or willing.

  Example Sentence: He wasn't ready to face the challenges ahead.

• Definition: Available for immediate use.

  Example Sentence: The resources are ready for distribution.

• Definition: Eager or enthusiastic.

  Example Sentence: They were ready to celebrate their victory.

• Definition: Completed and arranged in advance.

  Example Sentence: The presentation is ready for the meeting.

Etymology

Origin: Middle English 'redi', from Old English 'rǣde', meaning 'prepared'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• ready to go: prepared to leave or begin something.
• ready and waiting: fully prepared; in a state of readiness.
• ready for anything: prepared for any situation or challenge.
• ready-made: manufactured in advance and available for use.
• get ready: prepare oneself or something else for a future event.

Translations

• Spanish: listo

• French: prêt

• German: bereit

• Russian: готовый

Related Words

• readiness: the quality of being ready.

• readying: the action of making ready.

• readied: made ready.

Slang Meanings of ready

• Meaning: down to party

  Example Sentence: He's always ready for a good time!

• Meaning: all set or good to go

  Example Sentence: I'm ready, let’s hit the road!