adj
exigent
Exigent (adj) means Urgent; pressing; needing immediate action.
adj
1
Urgent; pressing; needing immediate action.
2
Demanding; requiring great effort.
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Etymology
From Latin exigēns, present active participle of exigō (“demand, require”). Doublet of exigeant.
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What is the meaning of exigent?
"exigent" (adj) means urgent; pressing; needing immediate action.
What are the different meanings of exigent?
"exigent" has 2 main meanings: 1. Urgent; pressing; needing immediate action; 2. Demanding; requiring great effort.