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.

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.