alacrity
[əˈlækɹɨti]
Group 2Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (noun)
- Brisk and cheerful readiness GRE
Example in Context
The intern accepted the challenging assignment with alacrity, eager to prove herself to the skeptical senior partners.
Synonyms
eagernesswillingnessenthusiasm
Etymology
Cheerful readiness and eagerness.
- alacer (Latin) — cheerful
Memory Aid
😄Sounds like “a lack of pity”
With A LACK OF PITY for tiredness, he jumps up with ALACRITY at the sound of ice cream!
Visual Association
🏃♂️A person sprinting joyfully towards an ice cream truck, eager and cheerful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “alacrity” mean on the GRE?
alacrity (noun) means “Brisk and cheerful readiness”. The intern accepted the challenging assignment with alacrity, eager to prove herself to the skeptical senior partners.
How to remember “alacrity” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “alacrity” sounds like “a lack of pity”. With A LACK OF PITY for tiredness, he jumps up with ALACRITY at the sound of ice cream!
What are synonyms for “alacrity”?
Common synonyms: eagerness, willingness, enthusiasm.