NECESSITATE Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

necessitate

verb

ni-ˈse-sə-ˌtāt

Definition of necessitate next

as in to require

to have as a requirement getting new shoes would necessitate another trip to the mall

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Recent Examples of necessitate The process will also necessitate the implementation of new guidelines to standardize the materials used for mass-scale implementation. —

Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 31 Mar. 2026 The team has also said that multiple people's DNA was found on some items at the scene, necessitating more analysis. —

Kate Plummer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 The Dane’s appointment in September was a quick pivot necessitated by Erik ten Hag’s sacking after just two league games in charge for the former Manchester United manager, rather than being representative of any long-term strategy. —

Andy Naylor, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026 However, persistent hot, dry conditions necessitated extending them throughout all of unincorporated Boulder County. —

Christa Swanson, CBS News, 30 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for necessitate

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As a condition of his release, he will be required to prove any money used to post bond comes from a legitimate source.

— Abby Dodge, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
The saltwater pools were preserved and the property has brought them back to their natural state, which requires delicately balancing the flora and fauna and salinity levels.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026