What does NEEDS mean?

Needs

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definition:

• (n.) Necessities or requirements for survival or well-being.
• (v.) To require something because it is essential or very important.

Pronunciation (US): neez

Pronunciation (UK): niːdz

Origin and Usage: The word "needs" originated from the Old English word "nēd" which means necessity or compulsion. As a noun, it refers to the basic requirements or necessities needed for survival or well-being. As a verb, it means to require or demand something that is essential or important. The word "needs" is commonly used in everyday language to express a requirement or necessity.

Synonyms:

• (n.) Requirements, necessities, essentials, must-haves, basics.
• (v.) Require, demand, necessitate, call for, involve.

Related Words:

• Wants
• Goals
• Tasks
• Plans
• Needs

Example Sentences:

• The homeless people have basic needs like food, shelter, and clothing.
• She needs to finish her work before she can leave the office.
• He needs a break after working for 12 hours straight.
• The company needs to hire more employees to meet the increasing demand.