Word of the Day: Alacrity

Can you pronounce alacrity?

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

Alacrity noun 1. Brisk and cheerful readiness. "Sivan's alacrity and willingness to try new projects make him a valuable member of the team." "The class responded to the pop quiz with a surprising alacrity." "I try to complete my chores with alacrity because it makes the time pass by faster." Ads help keep Word Daily free. Latin, mid-15th century "Alacrity" derives from the Latin word "alacer," which means "brisk." It denotes physical quickness, coupled with an attitude of eagerness or enthusiasm. ... Thank you for supporting our advertisers. Do you remember these words?

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