Meaning & Definition of Urgent in English
English⟶
Urgent
/ərʤənt/
adjective
1. Compelling immediate action
- "Too pressing to permit of longer delay"
- "The urgent words `hurry! hurry!'"
- "Bridges in urgent need of repair"
synonym:
- pressing,
- urgent
Examples of using
Health groups have called for an urgent summit to tackle alcohol-fuelled violence, which has reached epidemic proportions throughout the country.
The need for more foreign language teachers here is becoming urgent.
I need urgent help.