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
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
wizenedto become dry, shrunken, and wrinkled often as a result of aging or of failing vitality
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
leavena substance (such as yeast) used to produce fermentation in dough or a liquid
nocturnalof, relating to, or occurring in the night
philologythe study of literature and of disciplines relevant to literature or to language as used in literature
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
fienddevil
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
lanceta sharp-pointed and commonly 2-edged surgical instrument used to make small incisions