require

verb
UK: /rɪˈkwaɪər/
US: /rɪˈkwaɪər/

  1. To need something

    1. Plants require water to grow well in any conditions. [ ] [ ]
    2. These pets require a lot of care, so think before you get one for kid. [ ] [ ]

  2. To order or demand something

    1. The teacher require us to read this book till monday. [ ] [ ]
    2. The law require companies to pay minimal taxes regardless of profit. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

stipulate demand command necessitate need
require noun

  1. Something that is needed or demanded

    1. This work require dedication, so i'll give you a chance. [ ] [ ]
    2. Each occupation require some qualification, so study hard for future. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "require" in English means: To need something, To order or demand something.

The phonetic transcription of "require" is /rɪˈkwaɪər/ in British English and /rɪˈkwaɪər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "require": stipulate, demand, command, necessitate, need.

Example usage of "require": "Plants require water to grow well in any conditions.". More examples on the page.