Pronunciation

/ˈrɪkwaɪərmənt/

Definitions

Noun

1. A demand or necessity for something: A requirement is a necessary condition or standard that must be fulfilled. For example: “The project has strict requirements for code quality.”
2. A needed skill or ability: A person’s requirements may include certain qualifications. For example: “Employers often look for candidates with specific requirements.”

Verb

1. To specify or impose a need or condition: The company requires all employees to attend training.
2. To ask or request something: She required a meeting with the manager.

Phrases

• “Meet the requirements” means to fulfill or satisfy the conditions set forth.
• “To have a requirement” signifies needing something for a particular purpose.
• “Basic requirements” refer to the most fundamental necessities.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The job posting listed a variety of technical requirements.”
• Verb: “The student must meet all academic requirements to graduate.”
• Verbal: “They required all applicants to submit a resume and cover letter.”

Synonyms

• Need
• Demand
• Essential
• Necessary
• Mandate
• Expectation

Antonyms

• Optional
• Excess
• Unnecessary
• dispensable