Meaning of the word alacrity in English

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alacrity

US /əˈlæk.rə.t̬i/
UK /əˈlæk.rə.ti/

Noun

brisk and cheerful readiness

Example:
She accepted the invitation with alacrity.
The team responded to the challenge with remarkable alacrity.