Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
urgency
noun
/ˈɜːr.dʒən.si/
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Definition
the quality or state of being urgent; an importance requiring swift action or attention.
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Examples
- There was a sense of urgency in his voice when he called for help.
- The urgency of the situation made it clear that we had to act quickly.
- She felt a strong urgency to finish her project before the deadline.
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Meaning
Urgency refers to a situation that demands immediate action or consideration.
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Synonyms
- importance
- necessity
- immediacy
- pressing need
- haste