Pronunciation

/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/

Definitions

• Noun: An unforeseen combination of circumstances or an unexpected event that requires immediate action or attention, often resulting from a serious situation or a natural disaster. For example: “In case of an emergency, dial 911.”

Noun Examples

• “The hospital was put on high alert due to the sudden influx of patients from the traffic accident emergency.”
• “A fire drill is a practice for responding to emergencies efficiently.”
• “Carrying a first aid kit is essential for dealing with minor emergencies.”

Phrases

• “Emergency services”: The organizations such as police, ambulance, and fire department that respond to emergencies.
• “State of emergency”: A situation in which a government temporarily assumes extraordinary powers to deal with a crisis.
• “Emergency exit”: A door or passage designated for use in cases of emergency to evacuate a building quickly.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The fire broke out during the night, prompting an emergency evacuation of the entire neighborhood.”
• “Having an emergency fund can help you cope financially with unexpected situations like job loss or medical crises.”

Synonyms

• Crisis
• Urgency
• Disaster
• Calamity
• Dilemma
• Predicament
• Situation
• exigency
• Distress
• Alert
• Breakdown