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
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
delineateto describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail
wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
abaseto lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem
ignominydeep personal humiliation and disgrace
remitto lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
cupidityinordinate desire for wealth : avarice
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion