/ɛksɪˈdʒɛnt/ EX-i-juhnt

Definitions

1. adjective

requiring or demanding great effort, skill, or expense; extremely demanding

“The project manager was known for being quite exigent, pushing the team to meet tight deadlines.”

2. noun

a person or thing that is extremely demanding

“The exigent client was difficult to please, constantly finding fault with the work.”