GRE Word List

EXIGENCY

that which is required in a particular situation

The meaning of the word exigency is that which is required in a particular situation.

Random words

WordMeaning
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
beleaguerbesiege
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
limboan abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism
pontificalepiscopal attire
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
pervertto cause to turn aside or away from what is good or true or morally right : corrupt
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
anonymitythe quality or state of being anonymous