Alacrity
/əˈlæk.rɪ.ti/noun
Brisk and cheerful readiness to do something.
Did you know?The term 'alacrity' has ties to the Latin root for 'cheerfulness', suggesting that joy can inspire swift action in our lives.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
alacritas
“A state of being lively or cheerful.”
Old French
Old French
alacritie
“Liveliness or promptness in action.”
Middle English
Middle English
alacritie
“Quickness or liveliness, especially in performing tasks.”
Modern English
English
alacrity
“Briskness of mind or readiness to respond.”