Definition

Something that needs immediate attention or action, often because it is urgent or demanding.

Example

The exigent circumstances forced the team to work overtime to meet the deadline.

Conversation

I have an exigent deadline for my project next week.

Wow, that sounds stressful! What do you need to finish?

I need to gather all the data and create a presentation, but it feels overwhelming.

Just take it one step at a time — you can handle exigent tasks like this!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exigent → It is formed from "exigere" (meaning to demand or require) which comes from "ex-" (meaning out) and "agere" (meaning to drive or act). The word "exigent" refers to something that demands immediate attention or action.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'drives' ('agere') you 'out' ('ex-') to respond quickly — that's why exigent means something that requires urgent action.

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