exigent
/ˈɛksədʒənt/
ex · i · gent
ˈɛks · ə · dʒənt
English Definition
adj. requiring immediate attention or action; urgent
Significado en Español
urgente, apremiante
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khẩn cấp, cấp bách
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
ex(outside) + ig(prompt) + ent → requires prompting outside → urgent
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
The manager emphasized the ___ nature of the business deal, urging everyone to act swiftly.
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A
exigent
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B
leisurely
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C
trivial
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D
uncertain
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A — exigent.
“exigent” means adj. requiring immediate attention or action; urgent
Common questions about “exigent”
What does “exigent” mean?
exigent — adj. requiring immediate attention or action; urgent. In Chinese: 紧急的，迫切的.
How do you pronounce “exigent”?
exigent is pronounced /ˈɛksədʒənt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: ex · i · gent.
Is “exigent” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. exigent appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “exigent”?
ex(outside) + ig(prompt) + ent → requires prompting outside → urgent
