requirement

noun

re·​quire·​ment ri-ˈkwī(-ə)r-mənt 

: something required:

a

: something wanted or needed : necessity

production was not sufficient to satisfy military requirements

b

: something essential to the existence or occurrence of something else : condition

failed to meet the school's requirements for graduation

Synonyms

• must
• necessity
• necessary

Examples of requirement in a Sentence

He has met the basic requirements for graduation.

She has fulfilled the general requirements of the course.

Recent Examples on the Web

On November 4, folks from each organization will share insights into their programs as well as eligibility requirements, submission deadlines, and tips for creating standout applications. —Katie Campione, Deadline, 28 Oct. 2025

Statuses like Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) (cotton and wool) or Global Organic Latex Standard (GOLS) ensure that a product has met certain requirements for its fibers and materials, no matter the pillow fill or cover material. —Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2025

That includes California, which passed a law in September requiring AI developers to publish public frameworks about how their models incorporate industry best practices, among other requirements. —Ben Weiss, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025

Roughly two-thirds of kids who currently meet program requirements in the state don’t receive any help. —Elliot Haspel, The Atlantic, 28 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1662, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for requirement

• acquirement

Kids Definition

requirement

noun

re·​quire·​ment ri-ˈkwī(ə)r-mənt 

: something that is required or necessary

requirements for graduation