exigent

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/ˈɛk.sɪ.dʒənt/ English

Definitions

noun

Extremity; end; limit; pressing urgency.
The amount that is required.
A writ in proceedings before outlawry.

adjective

Urgent; needing immediate action.
Demanding; requiring great effort.

Related words

Synonyms

clamant insistent demanding exacting instant imperative crying urgent pressing urgently contingency emergencies dire exigeant rash superurgent

Associated

circumstance circumstances warrant imminent justify probable reasonable suspect arrest exception requirement offense

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