B2noun 2K

Necessity

🇬🇧 UK /["/nəˈsesəti/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/nəˈsesəti/"]/

Meaning of Necessity

the fact that something must happen or be done; the need for something

In simple words: Something very important or needed.

Necessity in a sentence

• Food and water are basic necessities for survival.
• In times of necessity, people often find inner strength they did not know they had.
• The necessity of wearing a seatbelt is enforced by law in many countries.
• Due to the necessity of quick decisions in emergencies, training is essential.
• Necessity forced her to take a job she didn’t like.
• He realized the necessity of updating the software to prevent security risks.

How to use Necessity

Use 'necessity' when discussing something essential, especially in formal contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations where simpler words like 'need' might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

necessity + of/object

Memory hint

Necessity sounds like 'necessary tea' - imagine tea that you absolutely need to have!

Related words

Collocations with Necessity

• absolute
• fundamental
• sheer
• become
• recognize
• see
• arise
• dictate (something)
• require (something)
• of necessity
• out of necessity
• through necessity
• any necessity
• no necessity
• absolute
• vital
• real
• have
• lack
• a necessity of life
• absolute
• fundamental
• sheer
• become
• recognize
• see
• arise
• dictate (something)
• require (something)
• of necessity
• out of necessity
• through necessity
• any necessity
• no necessity

Synonyms for Necessity

• requirement
• need
• essential
• must-have
• requisite

Opposites of Necessity

• luxury
• option
• extravagance

Common mistakes with Necessity

• Confused with 'accessory' - thinking necessity means unimportant.
• Using 'necessity' as a verb instead of a noun.
• Incorrectly pluralizing 'necessity' to 'necessities' in non-count situations.

Frequently asked questions about Necessity

What does Necessity mean?

Something very important or needed.

What is the definition of Necessity?

the fact that something must happen or be done; the need for something

How do you use Necessity in a sentence?

Food and water are basic necessities for survival.

Can you give another example of Necessity?

In times of necessity, people often find inner strength they did not know they had.

What are synonyms for Necessity?

Common alternatives include requirement, need, essential, must-have, requisite.

What is the opposite of Necessity?

Opposite meanings include luxury, option, extravagance.

What words go with Necessity?

It commonly pairs with absolute, fundamental, sheer, become, recognize, see, arise, dictate (something), require (something), of necessity, out of necessity, through necessity, any necessity, no necessity, absolute, vital, real, have, lack, a necessity of life, absolute, fundamental, sheer, become, recognize, see, arise, dictate (something), require (something), of necessity, out of necessity, through necessity, any necessity, no necessity.

What are common mistakes when using Necessity?

Confused with 'accessory' - thinking necessity means unimportant. Using 'necessity' as a verb instead of a noun. Incorrectly pluralizing 'necessity' to 'necessities' in non-count situations.

How do you pronounce Necessity?

US: /["/nəˈsesəti/"]/, UK: /["/nəˈsesəti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Necessity?

Use 'necessity' when discussing something essential, especially in formal contexts. Avoid using it in casual conversations where simpler words like 'need' might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Necessity?

"Necessity" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.