urgent

/ˈɜːrdʒənt/

Definitions

1. adjective

requiring immediate action or attention

“The doctor told me the situation was urgent and I had to go to the hospital immediately.”

2. noun

a matter that requires urgent attention

“The urgent was a call for help that came in during the night shift.”

3. verb

to make something urgent

“The manager had to urgent the situation by sending a team to resolve the problem.”

Synonyms

  • crucial
  • imperative
  • pressing

Antonyms

  • non-essential
  • non-urgent