Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A sudden, urgent situation that requires immediate action or assistance.
Emergency
/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/Synonyms:
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This word has no antonymsExamples:
In an emergency, call the police.The hospital has a great emergency room staff.
Etymology:
The term "emergency" comes from the Latin "emergentia" ("emerging, a sudden event"), from "emergere" meaning "to arise or come to light." It entered English in the 17th century to describe crises necessitating quick responses.
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