Cool MateEmergency
UK /["/ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/"]/US /["/ɪˈmɜːrdʒənsi/"]/
Definition
a sudden serious and dangerous event or situation that needs immediate action to deal with it
In simple words: A serious situation that needs quick action.
Examples
- The hospital is prepared for an emergency situation at all times.
- In case of an emergency, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
- The emergency exits are clearly marked throughout the building.
- During the emergency, the community came together to support each other.
Usage notes
Use 'emergency' for situations requiring immediate help, like medical issues or disasters. Avoid using it casually; it's serious.
Grammar pattern
emergency + noun
Memory hint
Imagine you hear an 'emergency' siren, signaling the need for action.
Collocations
- dire
- extreme
- major
- have
- cope with
- deal with
- arise
- happen
- occur
- situation
- action
- measures
- for emergency
- in an emergency
- in case of emergency
- in case of emergencies
- a state of emergency
Synonyms
- crisis
- disaster
- urgent situation
- catastrophe
- problem
Antonyms
- normal
- routine
Common mistakes
- Using 'emergency' to describe non-urgent situations.
- Confusing 'emergency' with 'urgent' — not all urgent matters are emergencies.
- Incorrectly saying 'an emergency situation' instead of just 'emergency'.