English Synonym Finder

need

Definitions

A requirement, necessity, or obligation.

A state of extreme poverty or destitution.

To require something because it is essential or very important.

Examples

I need to finish my homework before the deadline.

Plants need sunlight and water to grow properly.

There is no need to worry about the minor details.

Synonyms

require necessitate demand lack want essential requisite

Antonyms

have possess surplus abundance plenty excess luxury