required

adjective

re·​quired ri-ˈkwī(-ə)rd How to pronounce required (audio)
: 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

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
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They’re often infused with local fruit; others contain ginger beer for a spicy-sweet flavor, or tonic or club soda for the required fizz. Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2025 The company repeatedly violated state laws without consequences, including closing hospital units without required notice. Mike Deehan, Axios, 16 Dec. 2024 There are also various workarounds to trick a PC without the required TPM 2.0 hurdle to upgrade to Windows 11. Zak Doffman, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024 Watch for the large orange and black warning signs at high use public accesses and the required thin ice signs around open water areas. Tim Ryan, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for required 

Word History

First Known Use

1540, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of required was in 1540

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“Required.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/required. Accessed 17 Jan. 2025.

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