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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| buffoonery | foolish or playful behavior or practice |
| delineate | to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail |
| wisp | a small handful (as of hay or straw) |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| remit | to lay aside (a mood or disposition) partly or wholly |
| illusion | a misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion |
| privation | an act or instance of depriving : deprivation |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |