need (Meaning)

Wordnet

need (n)

a condition requiring relief

anything that is necessary but lacking

the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior

a state of extreme poverty or destitution

Wordnet

need (v)

require as useful, just, or proper

have need of

have or feel a need for

Webster

need (n.)

A state that requires supply or relief; pressing occasion for something; necessity; urgent want.

Want of the means of subsistence; poverty; indigence; destitution.

That which is needful; anything necessary to be done; (pl.) necessary things; business.

Situation of need; peril; danger.

To be in want of; to have cause or occasion for; to lack; to require, as supply or relief.

Webster

need (v. i.)

To be wanted; to be necessary.

Webster

need (adv.)

Of necessity. See Needs.

need Sentence Examples

  1. I need to complete this project by Friday.
  2. The engine needs oil for optimal performance.
  3. My laptop needs a software update to function properly.
  4. The injured bird needs immediate medical attention.
  5. I need a new pair of shoes for the hiking trip.
  6. The apartment needs thorough cleaning before moving in.
  7. The patient needs rest and medication for recovery.
  8. The organization needs volunteers to support its mission.
  9. The car needs regular maintenance to ensure its longevity.
  10. I need a few hours of sleep to recharge and focus.

FAQs About the word need

a condition requiring relief, anything that is necessary but lacking, the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the re

require, want, take, necessitate, challenge, warrant, claim, call for, involve,demand

have, have, hold, hold,, own,possess, possess, own

I need to complete this project by Friday.

The engine needs oil for optimal performance.

My laptop needs a software update to function properly.

The injured bird needs immediate medical attention.