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
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
disenfranchiseto deprive of a franchise, of a legal right, or of some privilege or immunity
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others
dermatologista branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
secularof or relating to the worldly or temporal
pillorya device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked
hypercriticalmeticulously or excessively critical