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exigency

Exigency (noun) means the demands or requirements of a situation which often demand immediate action.

noun
1
The demands or requirements of a situation which often demand immediate action.
2
An urgent situation, one requiring extreme effort or attention.
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Etymology

From Middle French exigence, from Late Latin exigentia (“urgency”) (from exigēns + -ia), from exigere (“to demand”).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of exigency?

"exigency" (noun) means the demands or requirements of a situation which often demand immediate action.

What are the different meanings of exigency?

"exigency" has 2 main meanings: 1. The demands or requirements of a situation which often demand immediate action; 2. An urgent situation, one requiring extreme effort or attention.

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