Simple meaning
What does Urgent mean?
Urgent means needing quick action now.
Dictionary definition
Needing immediate attention or quick action because delay could cause problems.
Example sentences
Urgent in a sentence
easy
This is an urgent safety message.
medium
She sent an urgent note to the office.
hard
Urgent tasks should be prioritized before less important work.
Synonyms
Words like Urgent
pressingUse for needs that cannot wait long.
immediateUse when action is needed right away.
Antonyms
Opposite words
optionalUse when action is not required right now.
delayedUse when response can wait.
Word family
Urgent word family
Base word
urgent
noun
urgency
The need for immediate action.
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Practice 1
What does urgent mean?
Urgent matters require quick response to prevent bigger problems.
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