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Alacrity
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Alacrity/əˈlækrəti/
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- She accepted the invitation to speak at the event with surprising alacrity.
- The team responded to the emergency with alacrity and professionalism.
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Alacrity — Brisk and cheerful readiness; eager willingness to do something.
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Brisk and cheerful readiness; eager willingness to do something.
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With alacrity means willing readiness
Alacrity is a noun combining promptness with willing, cheerful readiness. The phrase with alacrity is especially useful. Moving quickly under protest does not convey the same attitude. In ordinary conversation, eagerly or readily may sound more natural than this formal expression.
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No. The willing or cheerful readiness matters as well as the prompt response.
Dictionary reference: Merriam-Webster: Alacrity.
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