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
sundryincluding many things of different kinds : miscellaneous
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
indigentsuffering from extreme poverty : impoverished
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
masqueradea social gathering of persons wearing masks and often fantastic costumes
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
fetidhaving a heavy offensive smell