celerity
noun
Swiftness of movement; rapidity of action or motion. Suggests efficient speed rather than mere haste.
Etymology
From Latin "celeritas" (swiftness), from "celer" (swift). Related to "accelerate"—increasing celerity.
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The rescue team acted with remarkable celerity."
- 2.
"Legal proceedings rarely move with such celerity."
- 3.
"The celerity of her response impressed the committee."
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Fun Fact
Julius Caesar was praised for his celerity in warfare. His famous "veni, vidi, vici" (I came, I saw, I conquered) celebrated a campaign completed in just five days—unprecedented speed.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (C, E, L, E, R, I, T, Y)
Scrabble Value: 13 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "CE" at the start of words.
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