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Definition urgent in British English

urgent adjective

adjective
/ˈɜː(r)dʒ(ə)nt/
1

urgent things are things that you need to deal with immediately

Example

He had some urgent business to attend to.

Example

The problem is becoming increasingly urgent.

Example

The refugees are in urgent need of food.

Example

His newspaper published an urgent appeal to stop the killing.

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1.1

used about things that are being done quickly in order to deal with a serious problem

Example

urgent aid to flood victims

Example

an urgent review of safety procedures

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2

expressing the feeling of wanting something very much or wanting it immediately

Example

Jean spoke, her voice low and urgent.

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Definition urgent in British English