ALACRITY


Meaning of ALACRITY in English

n.

Pronunciation: ə - ' la-kr ə -t ē

Function: noun

Etymology: Latin alacritas, from alacr-, alacer lively, eager

Date: 15th century

: promptness in response : cheerful readiness <accepted the invitation with alacrity >

– alac · ri · tous \ -kr ə -t ə s \ adjective

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