required

adjective

re·​quired ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd 

: stipulated as necessary to be done, made, or provided

required reading

required monthly payments

submit the required proof of identification

Uninsured motorists insurance is a required coverage in several states (and strongly encouraged in others) in all auto policies.

—Robert I. Mehr

Synonyms of required

• mandatory
• necessary
• compulsory
• incumbent
• needed

Examples of required in a Sentence

formal instruction in driving is required in this state before you can get your driver's license

with these frigid winds, hats, scarves, and good mittens are required equipment for heading outside

Recent Examples on the Web

One quote the Reios received for the required Burial Site Investigation came to $319,000, according to the CBC. —Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026

And many were arrested while attending required ICE check-ins and immigration court hearings. —Kristen Taketa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Mar. 2026

The Washington Post reported in September that a required ICE inspection found conditions at the facility violated at least 60 federal standards for immigration detention, but that report never been released publicly. —ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026

Failure to respond within the required timeframe may result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner, in Sponsor’s sole discretion. —AJC.com, 6 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing required

• required reading

Rhymes for required

• acquired
• admired
• backfired
• conspired
• desired
• enquired
• hardwired
• inquired
• inspired
• rehired
• respired
• transpired