Needed

Pronunciation: /ˈniːd/

Needed (noun)

  1. something necessary for living, like food or water
  2. a situation where something is very important or required quickly

Examples

  • Water is a basic need for all living things.
  • Food and shelter are essential needs for survival.

Common collocations: basic need, meet a need, identify a need, urgent need, address a need

Needed (verb)

  1. to have to have something or want it very much
  2. to be important or required for a particular purpose

Examples

  • Plants need sunlight to grow.
  • You need a password to access the account.

Synonyms of Needed

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Needed

  • — When discussing lack versus plenty.
  • — When discussing need versus excess.