Synonyms for
Require
Definition
to need or demand something
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- require attention
- require assistance
- require proof
- require payment
- require a deposit
- require a signature
- require further investigation
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'require' often implies a necessity or a formal demand. Be mindful of its strong connotation; 'need' is a more general and less forceful alternative in many contexts.
Example sentences
- I require a pencil to write my name.
- The doctor said I require surgery to fix my broken arm.
- The teacher said I require more practice to improve my spelling.
- The restaurant requires a reservation for dinner.
- The job requires a college degree.
Quotes
The future will require us to do things differently, to innovate, to change, and to adapt.
I have come to the conclusion that one useless man is called a disgrace, that two are called a law firm, and that three or more become a Congress. And by God, I have had this Congress! For ten years, King George and his Parliament have gulled, cullied, and diddled these colonies with their illegal taxes! Stamp Act! Townshend Acts! Sugar Act! Tea Act! And when we dared stand up like men, they have stopped our trade, seized our ships, blockaded our ports, burned our towns, and spilled our blood! And still, this Congress refuses to grant any of my proposals on independence, even so much as the courtesy of open debate! Good God, what in hell are you waiting for?
The future will require us to do things differently, to innovate, to change, and to adapt.