Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
urgency
noun
/ˈɜːr.dʒən.si/
Definition
the quality or state of being urgent; an importance requiring swift action or attention.
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.
Meaning
Urgency refers to a situation that demands immediate action or consideration.
Synonyms
- importance
- necessity
- immediacy
- pressing need
- haste
