Both Uses of
alacrity
in
The Count of Monte Cristo
- That very day the miners began their labors, with a vigor and alacrity proportionate to their long rest from fatigue and their hopes of ultimate success.†
Chpt 17-18 *
- The messenger obeyed without the least hesitation, but rather with alacrity, and, mounting the steps at a bound, entered the hotel; five seconds afterwards he was at the door of the room.†
Chpt 37-38
Definition:
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(alacrity) quickness; and/or cheerful eagerness