Require: meaning, definitions and examples

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require

 

[ rɪˈkwaɪə ]

Verb / Noun
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Verb

formal

to demand or stipulate as a condition for agreement; to need something in order to be successful or effective

Synonyms

call for, demand, necessitate, need

Examples of usage

  • Students are required to attend all classes.
  • A minimum of two years' experience is required for this job.
  • Applicants are required to submit a written statement.
  • She required medical attention immediately.
  • The project requires a significant amount of funding.
Context #2 | Verb

formal

to make it necessary for someone to do something

Synonyms

compel, force, obligate

Examples of usage

  • Your presence is required at the meeting.
  • She was required to provide identification before entering the building.
  • The law requires drivers to wear seatbelts.
Context #3 | Noun

formal

something that is necessary for a particular purpose

Synonyms

condition, necessity, prerequisite

Examples of usage

  • Education is a basic requirement for success.
  • Meeting the deadline is a key requirement for this project.

Translations

Translations of the word "require" in other languages:

🇵🇹 requerer

🇮🇳 आवश्यकता होना

🇩🇪 erfordern

🇮🇩 memerlukan

🇺🇦 вимагати

🇵🇱 wymagać

🇯🇵 要求する (ようきゅうする)

🇫🇷 requérir

🇪🇸 requerir

🇹🇷 gerektirmek

🇰🇷 필요로 하다

🇸🇦 يتطلب

🇨🇿 vyžadovat

🇸🇰 požadovať

🇨🇳 要求 (yāoqiú)

🇸🇮 zahtevati

🇮🇸 krefjast

🇰🇿 талап ету

🇬🇪 მოითხოვს

🇦🇿 tələb etmək

🇲🇽 requerir

Etymology

The word 'require' originated from the Latin word 'requirere', which means 'to seek'. Over time, the meaning of 'require' evolved to signify the need for something or someone to fulfill a condition or obligation. The term has been used in various contexts, from formal agreements to everyday necessities. 'Require' is a versatile word that continues to be an essential part of the English language.

See also: required, requirement, requirements, requisition.

Word Frequency Rank

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