required

adjective

re·​quired ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd How to pronounce required (audio)
: 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

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
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But before the drama unfolds at Royal Portrush, PGA Tour pros are making sure to take that required break to rejuvenate their energy again. Devlina Sarkar, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025 The Campbell County Republican Committee in Kentucky has been vacated by the state party due to its failure to hold a required organizational meeting. Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 The required federal rate is 22% up to $1 million in a calendar year and 37% for amounts in excess of that, though some companies now allow a rate election. Bruce Brumberg, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025 In many university programs, attending a field school is a required part of earning a degree, especially in geology, forestry, archaeology, and geography. Sarah Boon june 25, Literary Hub, 25 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for required

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of required was in 1540

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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/required. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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