Exigence
Definition
Exigence refers to the specific issue or problem that prompts a writer to create a text. It is the driving force behind why the writer feels compelled to communicate their message.
Analogy
Think of exigence as the fire alarm that goes off in your school. It's the urgent situation that demands attention and action from everyone.
Related terms
Rhetorical Situation: The combination of audience, purpose, and context that shapes a piece of writing.
Audience: The intended recipients or readers of a text.
Context: The circumstances or background information surrounding a text.
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