Meaning & Definition of word "Emergency"

Emergency

/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi/

1. A serious, unexpected, and often dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
- Example: The fire department was called to respond to an emergency at the downtown hotel.
2. A sudden or urgent situation that poses a threat to life, health, property, or environment.
- Example: In case of medical emergencies, always call 911 for help.
3. The state of being in urgent need of help or action.
- Example: The flood created a public emergency, and residents had to evacuate immediately.
4. An unforeseen combination of circumstances that calls for immediate action.
- Example: During the storm, the government declared a state of emergency.

●From Latin 'emergere', meaning 'to rise out or up'.

medical emergency:

A situation that requires immediate medical attention.

emergency services:

Public organizations providing urgent services, such as police or ambulance.

state of emergency:

A situation in which a government suspends normal procedures to respond to crisis.

urgent:

Requiring immediate action or attention.

crisis:

A time of intense difficulty or danger.

disaster:

A sudden event causing great damage or hardship.

Meaning: EMT's slang for an urgent medical situation.

● Example Sentence: It's a code red, we have an emergency!

Meaning: General slang for a situation that is out of control.

● Example Sentence: This party is an emergency waiting to happen!