as in requirement
something that you officially must have or do before you can have or do something else
Citizenship is a prerequisite for voting. The introductory course is a prerequisite for the advanced-level courses. Having good credit is a prerequisite to applying for a loan.
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Recent Examples of prerequisite
Ava Pauline Emilione, Them., 29 Apr. 2025
Until recently, a human brain was a prerequisite for making those kinds of connections, and there's a reason why that is valuable.
—ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
But creativity without the prerequisite of social efficacy was once touted by these same funders as being crucial to the common good.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2025
And fast, well, that’s always a prerequisite for any skill position player in an offense led by coach Mike McDaniel.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Black women, who have always been the blueprint for Western style and culture, continue to resist this notion by proving that exclusion is not a prerequisite for being iconic.
—Ava Pauline Emilione, Them., 29 Apr. 2025
Until recently, a human brain was a prerequisite for making those kinds of connections, and there's a reason why that is valuable.
—ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2025
But creativity without the prerequisite of social efficacy was once touted by these same funders as being crucial to the common good.
—Helen Shaw, New Yorker, 24 Apr. 2025
And fast, well, that’s always a prerequisite for any skill position player in an offense led by coach Mike McDaniel.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for prerequisite
Noun
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The Windows 11 system requirements aren't too onerous.—
Justin Pot,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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Meeting these requirements will likely depend on AI vendors providing detailed technical disclosures, which could present challenges if vendors are unwilling or unable to share the necessary information.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
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Constant vigilance is necessary because drownings can happen within minutes, and young children especially can wander off or duck out of sight quickly.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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This might mean caps on unlimited PTO during certain times of year, or that advance approval is necessary.—
Erika Ebsworth-Goold,
Travel + Leisure,
19 May 2025
Noun
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The second-day pass rushers are intriguing and might have been a necessity with Jadeveon Clowney’s release.—
Dan Pompei,
New York Times,
12 May 2025
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Drinking Water Obviously, water is always a necessity, but flooding associated with heavy rains can also cause a boil order, so having something to drink is essential during and potentially after a storm.—
Maggie Gillette,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The government had been planning to conduct the requisite inspections and repairs to extend the life of select reactors in the fleet to 50 years when stress corrosion issues were found in several of the reactors, necessitating shutdowns.—
Daniel Markind,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Their goal will be to form a large enough coalition to secure the requisite 75% of the votes necessary to elect a pope.—
Time,
Time,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Misty Copeland shares essential advice from Prince, favorite dish to cook, self-care tips The attitude required dealing with critics: 'Great empathy for these people' Years of criticism has taught Zee not to absorb the negativity of online trolls.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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Meanwhile, emotional intelligence is consistently ranked as one of the most essential skills for navigating the future of work.—
Leisse Wilcox,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, illiquid investments pose valuation challenges for required distributions and limit exit opportunities.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The organization turned the house into a public museum and oversees its design preservation and all required maintenance to ensure the landmark will last for generations to come.—
Elizabeth Fazzare,
Architectural Digest,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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These include India’s suspension of a crucial water-sharing treaty, the withdrawal of envoys, and visa restrictions.—
Bloomberg News,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2025
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Comments Traveling in a comfortable airport outfit is crucial, especially for long flights.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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According to George Dimov, CPA, founder and CEO of Dimov Tax, the middle of the year offers a critical but underused window for strategic decisions.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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At least two of those injured were listed as critical according to Adams.—
Michelle Watson,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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“Prerequisite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prerequisite. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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