Synonyms of necessitates

necessitates

verb

present tense third-person singular of necessitate

as in requires

to have as a requirement

getting new shoes would necessitate another trip to the mall

Synonyms & Similar Words

• requires
• needs
• takes
• wants
• involves
• demands
• calls for
• challenges
• claims
• entails
• warrants
• bears
• lacks
• asks
• begs
• insists
• stipulates
• cries (for)
• hurts (for)
• clamors (for)
• exacts
• enjoins
• presses
• commands
• quests

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• has
• holds
• possesses
• owns

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of necessitates

And there is a growing recognition in both Congress and the White House that China’s steady accrual of power necessitates a more focused approach to competition. — Ali Wyne, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026

In an industry frequently critiqued for its insular nature and hyper-fixation on dizzying scale, a quiet movement is taking root—one built on the simple, radical premise that real innovation necessitates stepping outside the fashion bubble. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

There’s urgency to rediscover rhythm as Miller’s prophecy of scrutiny comes to pass, which necessitates decisive leadership. — Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

There’s a sensibility to Muppet comedy that speaks to her background in late-night television, where the revolving door of guests necessitates different styles. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026

And increasing demand for AI—which necessitates an even greater pool of power—could widen the gap even further. — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026

Proponents argue that, like cars or firearms, AI's importance necessitates formal registration for governance and ethical oversight. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

As such, getting rid of polio for good necessitates countries switching from the oral vaccine to the shot. — Eli Cahan, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026

With the new rubber barriers, ACHD has the ability to expand the roundabout back to its full configuration in the future if traffic demand necessitates it. — Rose Evans august 16, Idaho Statesman, 16 Aug. 2026