emergent

mastery
UK /ɪˈmɜːd͡ʒənt/ US /ɪˈmɝd͡ʒənt/adjnoun

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Which meaning of 'emergent' best matches its use in the sentence?

The chief precepts of their priests enjoin the strict keeping of their Lents, which are at least seven months in every year, and are not to be dispensed with on the most emergent necessity.