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Alacrity: meaning, definitions and examples

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alacrity

 

[ əˈlakrɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

with which something is done

Brisk and cheerful readiness. Alacrity is a noun that describes a quick and eager willingness to do something, like the alacrity with which a kid volunteers to feed the class guinea pig.

Synonyms

eagerness, enthusiasm, promptness, readiness, willingness

Examples of usage

  • She accepted the challenge with alacrity.
  • The team responded to the coach's request with alacrity.
  • He showed alacrity in completing the task.
  • The students tackled the project with alacrity.
  • Their alacrity in helping us was much appreciated.
Context #2 | Noun

liveliness and briskness

Liveliness; briskness. Alacrity can also mean liveliness or briskness. If someone moves with alacrity, they are moving quickly and energetically.

Synonyms

agility, energy, nimbleness, vitality, vivacity

Examples of usage

  • The dancers moved with alacrity across the stage.
  • She spoke with alacrity and enthusiasm.
  • His alacrity in conversation was infectious.
  • Despite her age, she still moved with alacrity.
  • His alacrity in completing tasks impressed his boss.

Translations

Translations of the word "alacrity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 presteza

🇮🇳 उत्साह

🇩🇪 Eifer

🇮🇩 kesigapan

🇺🇦 жвавість

🇵🇱 gorliwość

🇯🇵 敏速さ (びんそくさ)

🇫🇷 alacrité

🇪🇸 presteza

🇹🇷 çeviklik

🇰🇷 민첩성

🇸🇦 نَشاط

🇨🇿 horlivost

🇸🇰 horlivosť

🇨🇳 敏捷

🇸🇮 živahnost

🇮🇸 kapp

🇰🇿 ынта

🇬🇪 მხნეობა

🇦🇿 çeviklik

🇲🇽 presteza

Etymology

The word alacrity comes from the Latin word alacritas, which means eagerness or zeal. It entered the English language in the late 15th century. Alacrity has always been associated with a sense of briskness, readiness, and enthusiasm. The word has retained its positive connotations throughout its history, symbolizing a cheerful willingness to act promptly and energetically.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,548, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.