necessary
Translation
necessary
Examples
Is it necessary to call him now?
Is it necessary to call him now?
Food and water are necessary for life.
Food and water are necessary for life.
Grammar Patterns
((necessary for sth./sb.)) needed for a purpose or a reason Sleep is necessary for good health.
((necessary to do sth.)) needed in order to achieve something It is necessary to complete the form.
Similar Words
Synonyms: essential, required, vital; Antonyms: unnecessary, optional
Etymology
From Latin 'necessarius' ('unavoidable'), from 'necesse' ('unavoidable, necessary').
Memory Tips
Think of 'need'. If you 'need' something, it is 'necessary'.