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
impenetrableincapable of being penetrated or pierced
bawdyboisterously or humorously indecent
impregnableincapable of being taken by assault : unconquerable
buxomvigorously or healthily plump
cringeto recoil in distaste
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
incontinentnot continent: such as
prelatean ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank
witticisma cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark
imputeto lay the responsibility or blame for (something) often falsely or unjustly