Alacrity

Word to the Wise: Alacrity

“Alacrity” (uh-LAK-rih-tee) – from the Latin for “lively” – is cheerful readiness, promptness, or willingness.

Example (as used by David Cross today): “We had an incredible chef, and the waiters were efficient and always full of alacrity.”

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