required

adjective

re·​quired ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd 

: 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

Synonyms of required

• mandatory
• necessary
• compulsory
• incumbent
• needed

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

Recent Examples on the Web

If approved by the board, the required reading list would take effect in 2030. — ABC News, 24 June 2026

Letters from lawmakers have gone unanswered and required reports unfiled. — Anna Maria Barry-Jester, ProPublica, 22 June 2026

All required licenses, waivers and permissions needed for the relevant financial transactions will be granted by the United States of America. — Npr Staff, NPR, 18 June 2026

Failure to submit any required tax documentation when requested may result in forfeiture of the Prize. — AJC.com, 18 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing required

• required reading

Rhymes for required

• acquired
• admired
• backfired
• conspired
• desired
• enquired
• hardwired
• inquired
• inspired
• rehired
• respired
• transpired