Exigent and Severe

Exigent

Exigent adjective - Needing immediate attention.
Usage example: started his workday with a flood of exigent matters that required his quick decision

Severe is a synonym for exigent in demanding topic. In some cases you can use "Severe" instead an adjective "Exigent", when it comes to topics like difficult, heavy.

Nearby Words: exigency, exigence

Severe

Severe adjective - Given to exacting standards of discipline and self-restraint.

Exigent is a synonym for severe in heavy topic. You can use "Exigent" instead an adjective "Severe".

Nearby Words: severely, severity, severed
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