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- DictionaryRe·quired/rəˈkwī(ə)rd/
adjective
- 1. officially compulsory, or otherwise considered essential; indispensable: "eight editions were published, each required reading for trainees"
adjective [ before noun ] uk / rɪˈkwaɪəd / us. Add to word list. necessary according to the rules or for a particular purpose: We hope to be able to raise the required sum of money. The company failed to maintain its required minimum net capital. the required level / amount / degree.
require verb (ORDER) to order or demand something, or to order someone to do something, esp. because of a rule or law: [ + to infinitive ] We’re required to check your identification before letting you in. [ T ] A building permit is required.
Definitions of require. verb. have need of. synonyms: need, want. see more. verb. require as useful, just, or proper. “success usually requires hard work” synonyms: ask, call for, demand, involve, necessitate, need, postulate, take. claim, exact, take. take as an undesirable consequence of some event or state of affairs. see more. verb.
Definitions of required. adjective. required by rule. “ required reading” synonyms: compulsory, mandatory. obligatory. morally or legally constraining or binding. adjective. necessary for relief or supply. synonyms: needed, needful, requisite. necessary. absolutely essential. Pronunciation. US. /rɪˈkwaɪərd/ UK. /rɪˈkwaɪəd/ Cite this entry. Style:
to have need of; depend upon; want. to impose as a necessity; make necessary. this work requires precision. also intr to make formal request (for); insist upon or demand, esp as an obligation. to call upon or oblige (a person) authoritatively; order or command. to require someone to account for his actions.
Definition of require verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
4 days ago · 1. essential, needed, or necessary. failure to maintain the required level of security. 2. set out by rule; compulsory. Check that the machines meet required standards. Parliamentary approval is required for any scheme. What qualifications are required? Rear seatbelts are now required by law. Collins English Dictionary.
