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How do you spell Alacrity?

Correct spelling

alacrity

Remember: A-lac-rity, like 'lack' but with an 'a' - no extra 'e' or 'l'

Why is alacrity spelled this way?

From Latin alacritas, liveliness. Alacrity is cheerful readiness — enthusiasm that arrives before the task does.

Common misspellings of alacrity

alacrityalacerityalacertyallacrity

Example

She accepted the challenging assignment with remarkable alacrity, diving into the research immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell alacrity?+
The correct spelling is "alacrity". Remember: A-lac-rity, like 'lack' but with an 'a' - no extra 'e' or 'l'
Is it alacrity or alacrity?+
The correct spelling is "alacrity", not "alacrity".

Other commonly misspelled words

erroneous erudite escalate especially

More spelling guides

exponent expunge exquisite extenuate

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