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Meaning of necessity

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

necessity

Pronunciation:/nɪˈsɛsəti/

noun

Definitions

  1. The quality or state of being necessary, unavoidable, or absolutely requisite.

    Example: I bought a new table out of necessity. My old one was ruined.

  2. The condition of being needy; desperate need; lack

  3. Something necessary; a requisite; something indispensable.

    Example: A tent is a necessity if you plan on camping.

  4. Something which makes an act or an event unavoidable; an irresistible force; overruling power