English · Adjectives

necessary

/ˈnes.ə.ser.i/

[/ˈnes.ə.ser.i/]

needed, required

Beginneradjective

Definition

Needed in order to do or achieve something.

Example

It is necessary to bring your passport when you travel to another country.

It is necessary to bring your passport when you travel to another country.

Etymology

From Latin 'necessarius' (unavoidable), from 'necesse' (needful).

How & Where It’s Used

Used for requirements and conditions.

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