Necessitate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Require as useful, just, or proper; "It takes nerve to do what she did"; "success usually requires hard work"; "This job asks a lot of patience and skill"; "This position demands a lot of personal sacrifice"; "This dinner calls for a spectacular dessert"; "This intervention does not postulate a patient's consent".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The success of the project will necessitate a significant investment of time and resources.
- In order to attract more customers, the business necessitates an online presence.
- Her involvement in the high-level negotiations necessitates a strong understanding of international diplomacy.
- A severe energy crisis would necessitate rationing and other drastic measures.
- The move to a new country will necessitate finding new schools and homes for the children.
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Meaning 2
Cause to be a concomitant.
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- The construction of a new highway will necessitate the relocation of several local businesses.
- A rise in population often necessitates an increase in public amenities and services.
- The severe weather forecast necessitates a change in our travel plans for the day.
- Due to increased demand, the company will necessitate the hiring of additional staff members.
- Renovating the old building will necessitate substantial investment in new materials and equipment.