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NECESSITY

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Necessity.

How to pronounce necessity:

US

Necessity - as a noun

The condition of being essential or indispensable

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
demandneed
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Anything indispensable

Example: "Food and shelter are necessities of life"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
essentialnecessaryrequirementrequisite
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
thing
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Food is a basic necessity for human survival."
"Clean drinking water is a necessity in order to stay healthy."
"Shelter is a necessity for protection from the elements."
"Education is a necessity for personal growth and development."
"Access to healthcare is considered a necessity in many countries."
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Word Game Points

Is NECESSITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, necessity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

NECESSITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is NECESSITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, necessity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
NECESSITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is NECESSITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, necessity is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
NECESSITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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