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alacrity

/ælˈækrɪti/ noun · British & US
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What does alacrity mean?

noun

The quality of moving or doing something quickly and eagerly; a feeling of enthusiasm and eagerness.

Example

"She tackled the project with alacrity, completing it well ahead of schedule."

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