urgent

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Urgent' refers to something demanding immediate attention or action. It's like an email flagged as 'important' in your inbox.

Examples in Different Contexts

In customer service, an 'urgent' query requires immediate attention. A manager might instruct, 'This customer’s issue is urgent; resolve it as quickly as possible.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

The client just informed us that they need a complete redesign of the banner for the upcoming campaign. They want us to follow a different creative direction.

Response:

It involves an urgent redesign. Let's adjust our schedule and start working on their feedback.

Impact

Scenario:

The rising sea levels pose a serious threat to our coastal communities. Immediate mitigation strategies should be in place.

Response:

This is an urgent issue. Let's outline a presentation addressing these points and propose immediate actions, particularly in mitigating the climate change effects on coastal areas.