surgency

/ˈsɜːrdʒənsi/

Definitions

1. noun

A feeling or atmosphere of energetic and purposeful action

“The room was filled with a sense of urgency as the team worked against the clock to meet their deadline.”

2. noun

The state of being urgent or pressing

“The doctor’s office was in a state of great urgency as patients waited to be seen.”

3. noun

A state of sudden and intense energy or activity

“The city was in a state of great surgency during the music festival.”

Synonyms

  • immediacy
  • pressingness
  • urgency

Antonyms

  • apathy
  • indifference
  • languor