urgent
/ˈɜːdʒənt/ · /ˈɝːdʒənt/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2640 in the learning path
紧急的；急迫的
Definitions
adj. Needing immediate attention or action
紧急的；急迫的
Example
The plumber came quickly because the leak was urgent.
漏水急需处理，所以水管工很快就赶来了。
There is an urgent need for affordable housing as urban populations continue to grow.
随着城市人口持续增长，人们迫切需要负担得起的住房。
Collocations
- urgent action
- an urgent need
- urgent medical attention
Word family
- urgency (n.)
- urgently (adv.)
Synonyms
- pressing
Antonyms
- non-urgent
Usage tip
urgent强调必须立即处理，不仅是重要。
FAQ
- What does urgent mean?
- Needing immediate attention or action
- How is urgent pronounced?
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