EMERGENCY

noun

Synonyms

Crisis; conjuncture; exigency; pinch; strait; necessity.

Definitions

  1. 1. Sudden or unexpected appearance; an unforeseen occurrence; a sudden occasion. Most our rarities have been found out by casual emergency. Glanvill.
  2. 2. An unforeseen occurrence or combination of circumstances which calls for immediate action or remedy; pressing necessity; exigency. To whom she might her doubts propose, On all emergencies that rose. Swift. A safe counselor in most difficult emergencies. Brougham.
Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025
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