ALACRITOUS Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

alacritous

adjective

Definition of alacritous

as in quick

having or showing the ability to respond without delay or hesitation his alacritous response to every request is "Will do ASAP!"

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Adjective

Descano’s team has claimed prosecutions are pointless when the government’s own experts corroborate the insanity defense, while critics say his office is too quick to accept defendants’ narratives without a jury.

— Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 21 Sep. 2026
Dog grooming tips like these show that grooming your dog at home can go well beyond a quick wipe-down.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of quick

Adjective

These platforms churn out so much content that cancellations come at a higher rate as well, though the streamers don’t have to be nearly as swift in the decision making process, which puts many shows in limbo indefinitely.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 18 Sep. 2026
The rebel group’s swift advance in Yemen and attacks on neighboring Saudi Arabia in recent weeks have put the kingdom in an increasingly difficult position, facing the prospect of being drawn into a wider conflict as the US-Iran war drags on.

— Eyad Kourdi, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of swift

Adjective

His bold, unique style was an immediate hit with ad agencies, publications, the corporate world and in pop culture.

— BETH J. HARPAZ THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
Pressuring currencies One of the most immediate channels through which a tighter Fed policy travels around the world is the dollar.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of immediate

Adjective

The last six years have been especially expeditious in terms of acquisitions, with Costantini’s purchases often setting auction records.

— Mercedes Ezquiaga, ARTnews.com, 17 Sep. 2026
The court declined to give an answer by then, but acknowledged the need for an expeditious ruling in a July 2 hearing.

— Samantha Elkins, NBC news, 27 July 2026

Definition of expeditious

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