GRE Word List

ALACRITY

promptness in response : cheerful readiness

The meaning of the word alacrity is promptness in response : cheerful readiness.

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WordMeaning
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
finesserefinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture
acnea disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
augustmarked by majestic dignity or grandeur
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
euphemismthe substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant
prescienceforeknowledge of events:
punitiveinflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment