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
contentiouslikely to cause disagreement or argument
novaa star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years
raffleto engage in a raffle
punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
audita formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
facultyability
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right