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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	alacrity
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. alacrity noun as in willingness cheerful readiness to do something having just acquired his driver's license that morning, the teen agreed with alacrity to drive his cousin to the airport Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance willingness enthusiasm swiftness celerity zeal rapidity promptitude promptness quickness amenability eagerness goodwill speed fervor gameness responsiveness gusto exuberance obligingness speediness zest geniality dispatch relish avidity heartiness warmth ardor agreeableness receptivity receptiveness keenness good-naturedness open-mindedness Antonyms & Near Antonyms slowness indifference sluggishness hesitation reluctance disinterestedness reticence apathy delay uncertainty doubt vacillation hesitancy lukewarmness dilatoriness resistance hesitance equivocation disinclination indisposition unwillingness reservation leisureliness recalcitrance pokiness antipathy halfheartedness aversion perfunctoriness averseness See More
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