英语词汇“alacritous”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

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Alacrity Predates Shakespeare

"I have not that alacrity of spirit / Nor cheer of mind that I was wont to have," says William Shakespeare's King Richard III in the play that bears his name. Alacrity derives from the Latin word alacer, meaning "lively" or "eager." It denotes physical quickness coupled with eagerness or enthusiasm. Are there any other words in English from Latin alacer? Yes—allegro, which is used as a direction in music with the meaning "at a brisk lively tempo.” It came to English via Italian (where it can mean "merry") and is assumed to be ultimately from alacer.

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Surely one of the most striking features of human dynamics is the alacrity with which those who have been oppressed will oppress whomever they can once the opportunity presents itself.

Randall Kennedy, Atlantic, May 1997 Every Disney worker I spoke to, from ticket sellers to gardeners sprucing up already-immaculate flower beds, knew the answer to my questions and responded with smiling alacrity.

Ken Tucker, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 1990 … when he entered the drawing room before dinner, the buzz of discussion was high between Tom, Maria, and Mr. Yates; and Mr. Rushworth stepped forward with great alacrity to tell him the agreeable news.

Jane Austen, Mansfield Park, 1814 She accepted the invitation with an alacrity that surprised me. having just acquired his driver's license that morning, the teen agreed with alacrity to drive his cousin to the airport

Recent Examples on the Web That would be a spoiler, but Messrs. Hernandez and Lazarte recount the entire tale with considerably more zeal and alacrity than what the government displayed toward a rather obvious picking of its pocket.

John Anderson, WSJ, 3 May 2022 The lack of alacrity in decision-making here is, at best, curious.

Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, 4 June 2022 But what sets its methods apart are the alacrity and authenticity of how Andrés and his people interact with those in need.

Jennifer Mcclellan, USA TODAY, 24 May 2022 No other vehicle is able to make dump runs, bring home a load of lumber, comfortably haul passengers, and operate off-road with the all-around alacrity of a pickup.

Wes Siler, Outside Online, 19 Mar. 2022 Since Vladimir Putin loosed Russian troops on Ukraine, there hasn’t been much pity for Russian oligarchs, who have seen their funds seized with alacrity.

Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2022 Some dove in with alacrity, such as Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas.

Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2020 That reality has led some Democrats to pressure Attorney General Merrick Garland to act with alacrity on recommendations made by the January 6 committee.

Chris Cillizza, CNN, 7 Apr. 2022 Given the skill and alacrity required to get away with these crimes, police think the perpetrators may have extensive training.

Rachel Swan, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2022 See More

单词	alacritous
释义	alacrity noun alac·ri·ty ə-ˈla-krə-tē : promptness in response : cheerful readiness accepted the invitation with alacrity alacritous ə-ˈla-krə-təs adjective Did you know? Alacrity Predates Shakespeare "I have not that alacrity of spirit / Nor cheer of mind that I was wont to have," says William Shakespeare's King Richard III in the play that bears his name. Alacrity derives from the Latin word alacer, meaning "lively" or "eager." It denotes physical quickness coupled with eagerness or enthusiasm. Are there any other words in English from Latin alacer? Yes—allegro, which is used as a direction in music with the meaning "at a brisk lively tempo.” It came to English via Italian (where it can mean "merry") and is assumed to be ultimately from alacer. Synonyms amenability gameness goodwill obligingness willingness See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Surely one of the most striking features of human dynamics is the alacrity with which those who have been oppressed will oppress whomever they can once the opportunity presents itself. Randall Kennedy, Atlantic, May 1997 Every Disney worker I spoke to, from ticket sellers to gardeners sprucing up already-immaculate flower beds, knew the answer to my questions and responded with smiling alacrity. Ken Tucker, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 1990 … when he entered the drawing room before dinner, the buzz of discussion was high between Tom, Maria, and Mr. Yates; and Mr. Rushworth stepped forward with great alacrity to tell him the agreeable news. Jane Austen, Mansfield Park, 1814 She accepted the invitation with an alacrity that surprised me. having just acquired his driver's license that morning, the teen agreed with alacrity to drive his cousin to the airport Recent Examples on the Web That would be a spoiler, but Messrs. Hernandez and Lazarte recount the entire tale with considerably more zeal and alacrity than what the government displayed toward a rather obvious picking of its pocket. John Anderson, WSJ, 3 May 2022 The lack of alacrity in decision-making here is, at best, curious. Kevin Paul Dupont, BostonGlobe.com, 4 June 2022 But what sets its methods apart are the alacrity and authenticity of how Andrés and his people interact with those in need. Jennifer Mcclellan, USA TODAY, 24 May 2022 No other vehicle is able to make dump runs, bring home a load of lumber, comfortably haul passengers, and operate off-road with the all-around alacrity of a pickup. Wes Siler, Outside Online, 19 Mar. 2022 Since Vladimir Putin loosed Russian troops on Ukraine, there hasn’t been much pity for Russian oligarchs, who have seen their funds seized with alacrity. Washington Post, 12 Apr. 2022 Some dove in with alacrity, such as Rep. Louie Gohmert, R-Texas. Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2020 That reality has led some Democrats to pressure Attorney General Merrick Garland to act with alacrity on recommendations made by the January 6 committee. Chris Cillizza, CNN, 7 Apr. 2022 Given the skill and alacrity required to get away with these crimes, police think the perpetrators may have extensive training. Rachel Swan, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Latin alacritas, from alacr-, alacer lively, eager First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing alacrity with alacrity with alacrity Kids Definition alacrity noun alac·ri·ty ə-ˈla-krə-tē : a cheerful readiness to do something He accepted the challenge with alacrity. alacritous adjective as in quick having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation his alacritous response to every request is "Will do ASAP!" Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance quick swift expeditious immediate rapid responsive ready prompt willing brisk alert clever fast instantaneous instant keen eager receptive speedy summary rattling breathless breakneck smart apt sharp fleet snappy whirlwind fleet-footed lightning rapid-fire quick-witted sharp-witted ready-witted hit-and-run Antonyms & Near Antonyms unresponsive unhurried sluggish slow dilatory lazy slothful leisurely creeping tardy pokey laggard lagging poky crawling dragging inert dillydallying logy inactive dallying idle dawdling slowish poking dormant loggy lazyish See More
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