Simple meaning
What does Require mean?
Require means to need.
Dictionary definition
To require means to need something because it is necessary.
Example sentences
Require in a sentence
easy
We used require in class to explain our idea clearly.
medium
In the reading task, the teacher asked us to require the word in a complete sentence.
hard
Using require in my writing helped show how the action changed the meaning of the paragraph.
Synonyms
Words like Require
needRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
demandRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
call forRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
allowHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
optionalizeHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Require word family
Base word
require
verb
require
Base form.
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Practice 1
What does require mean in this context?
REQUIRE means require means to need.
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