Acrid Alacrity

Apr 16, 2008 17:13

The meaning of the world 'Alacrity' surprise(s)(d) me. Especially since it looks similar (to me at least) to 'Acrid'.

a·lac·ri·ty /əˈlækrɪti/[uh-lak-ri-tee]
-noun
1.cheerful readiness, promptness, or willingness: We accepted the invitation with alacrity.
2.liveliness; briskness.

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ac·rid /ˈækrɪd/[ak-rid] -adjective ( Read more... )

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petalswirls May 23 2008, 08:35:25 UTC
I wish you'd continue writing.

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crypticry May 23 2008, 08:42:40 UTC
i switched users (:

i've generally lost all drive to write....i've lost a lot of my creativity mojo :(

that's probably why i'm having a hard time getting my CV together, boo

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petalswirls May 23 2008, 08:45:55 UTC
Can I ask what your new username is? I'd love to continue reading whatever you write.

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crypticry May 23 2008, 08:47:20 UTC
crypticry? this account? from which i'm commenting currently

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