Definition of alacrity

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a·lac·ri·ty    (-lkr-t) KEY  

NOUN:

1. Cheerful willingness; eagerness.
2. Speed or quickness; celerity.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Latin alacrits, from alacer, lively

OTHER FORMS:
a·lacri·tous   (-ts) KEY  (Adjective)

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