Meaning of urgent in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈərdʒənt/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    urgent

    Definitions

    1. compelling immediate action

    Examples

    • « too pressing to permit of longer delay »
    • « the urgent words 'Hurry! Hurry!' »
    • « bridges in urgent need of repair »

    Synonyms

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