English Dictionary
Definition of “necessitate”
necessitate (nɪˈsɛsɪˌteɪt
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Definitions
verb (tr)
- to cause as an unavoidable and necessary result
- (usually passive) to compel or require (someone to do something)
Alternative Forms
neˌcessiˈtation noun neˈcessiˌtative adjective
Synonyms
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compel,
force,
involve,
demand,
require,
call for,
exact,
oblige,
warrant,
entail,
constrain,
impel,
be grounds for make necessary
Usage examples
contained to necessitate this grave summons from the dinner table?
Fraser, Anthea, The Gospel Makers (1994)Doing this will not only necessitate upfront investment, it will also help understand market requirements better.
Business Today (1998)Failure to rout the remnants of resistance at this stage might well necessitate a larger, more conventional, military intervention later.
Irish Times (2002)The customer will expect it, and dwindling natural resources will necessitate the shift.
Glasgow Herald (2002)Hysterectomy during childbirth Uncommon problems during childbirth can necessitate a hysterectomy.
Hufnagel, Dr Vicki & Golant, Susan K, No More Hysterectomies (1990)
