Definitions

1. noun

The state of being swollen or inflated; a condition of being tense or rigid, often due to fluid pressure or accumulation of fluid.

“The doctor checked the patient’s turgency of the affected limb to diagnose the injury.”

2. noun

A quality of being forceful or insistent, often in a manner that is perceived as being overly assertive or aggressive.

“The politician’s turgency in her speech raised concerns about her leadership style.”