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.

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WordMeaning
maritimeof, relating to, or bordering on the sea
blushoutward appearance : view
nauseaa stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit
misdemeanora crime less serious than a felony (see felony
epistemologistthe study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
passepast one's prime