Synonyms of alacrity
10 similar words · 5 opposite words
Another word for alacrity is avidity. Other synonyms of alacrity are celerity, promptness, willingness and quickness. The opposite of alacrity is apathy.
Synonyms and similar words for alacrity
nounEagerness; liveliness; enthusiasm.
- avidityEagerness; intenseness of desire.
- eagerness
- enthusiasm
- willingnessThe state of being willing.
Opposite of alacrity
nounEagerness; liveliness; enthusiasm.
- apathyLack of emotion or motivation; lack of interest or enthusiasm towards something; disinterest (in something).
- disinclinationThe state of being disinclined; want of propensity, desire, or affection; slight aversion or dislike.
- hesitanceThe act or state of hesitating.
- indifference
- reluctance
Meaning of alacrity
- noun Eagerness; liveliness; enthusiasm.
- noun Promptness; speed.
alacrity in other languages
Questions about synonyms of alacrity
- What is another word for alacrity?
- Alacrity has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as avidity, celerity, promptness, willingness and quickness.
- What is the opposite of alacrity?
- The opposite of alacrity is apathy. Other antonyms of alacrity are hesitance and disinclination.
- What does alacrity mean?
- Alacrity means eagerness; liveliness; enthusiasm.
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