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Required

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɹɪˈkwaɪɹd/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Required is a verb meaning simple past and past participle of require.

Meaning

simple past and past participle of require.

More Meanings

  1. Necessary; obligatory; mandatory.

Example Sentences

required course
legally required
Attendance at the meeting is required.
He completed the required reading before class.

Synonyms for required

Depending on context, synonyms include requisite, necessary, obligatory, compulsory, mandatory, needful.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include requisite, necessary, needed, needful, compulsory, mandatory.

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