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alacrity
noun
Brisk and cheerful readiness; eager and enthusiastic willingness.
Advanced - Used in formal or literary contexts
Etymology
From Latin alacritas "liveliness, eagerness," from alacer "lively, cheerful, eager."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"She accepted the invitation with alacrity."
- 2.
"The team responded to the challenge with remarkable alacrity."
- 3.
"His alacrity to help others was always appreciated."
Related Vocabulary
Synonyms
eagernesswillingnessenthusiasmreadinesspromptness
Related Words
zealfervoranimationliveliness
Fun Fact
Alacrity implies not just willingness but cheerfulness about it. The word fell out of common use but appears frequently in classic literature. Jane Austen used it often in her novels.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (A, L, A, C, R, I, T, Y)
Scrabble Value: 13 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "AL" at the start of words.
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