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Acute

usgb/əˈkjuːt/Volume
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Immediate Consequence

Use 'acute' to express that something's effect is felt right away and demands urgent response.

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The village is in acute need of food supplies.
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Enhance Severity

'Acute' intensifies the gravity of situations, making them seem more urgent or severe.

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Their team is facing an acute shortage of resources.
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