Synonyms for
Pressing
Definition
requiring immediate attention or action
Synonyms & similar words
urgent
pressure
conjure
crusade
adjure
campaign
iron
push
weigh
contract
press
compress
compact
ironout
pressout
constrict
weightlift
agitate
squeeze
bid
urge
beseech
entreat
urgeon
exhort
urgent
critical
compelling
important
demanding
imperative
serious
grave
weighty
vital
crucial
acute
burning
necessitous
dire
instant
emergency
necessary
required
mandatory
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- pressing need
- pressing issue
- pressing matter
- pressing concern
- pressing problem
- pressing engagement
- pressing question
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe situations or needs that require immediate attention. Avoid using it for minor inconveniences.
Example sentences
- She had a pressing need to use the bathroom.
- The doctor said the surgery was pressing and needed to be done as soon as possible.
- The deadline for the project is pressing and we need to work quickly.
- The fire was pressing and required immediate attention from the firefighters.
- The teacher gave us a pressing assignment that had to be completed by the end of the day.
Quotes
All the problems of the world could be settled if people were only willing to think. The trouble is that people very often resort to all sorts of devices in order not to think, because thinking is such hard work. -Thomas J. Watson
Any man's life will be filled with constant, unexpected encouragements of if he makes up his mind to do his level best each day. -Booker T. Washington
Believe that life is worth living and your belief will help create the fact. -William James