necessity
Meaning
Necessity refers to something that is essential or required for a particular purpose or situation.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "necessity" with "need"; while they are similar, "necessity" often implies a stronger requirement.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Sofia
has
been
checking
the
weather
forecast
all
morning
because
she
needs
to
plan
her
commute
.
When
rain
was
predicted
,
taking
a
small
umbrella
became
a
necessity
for
her
short
walk
to
the
bus
stop
.
She
packed
it
into
her
bag
and
also
put
on
a
waterproof
jacket
,
even
though
the
rain
looked
light
.
Because
buses
are
often
crowded
at
this
hour
,
she
decided
to
leave
ten
minutes
earlier
to
avoid
the
rush
.
By
preparing
carefully
,
she
reached
work
dry
and
calm
.
Common Phrases
basic necessity
necessity of life
necessity for change
Synonyms
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