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REQUIRE

(verb)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Require.

How to pronounce require:

US

Require - as a verb

Require as useful, just, or proper

Example: "It takes nerve to do what she did"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ask7call fordemand10involve13necessitate13need5postulate11take8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Consider obligatory; request and expect

Example: "We require our secretary to be on time"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ask7expect17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
demand10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Make someone do something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
command14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enjoin13order6say6tell4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have need of

Example: "This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
need5want7
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
be4
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"I require your assistance in completing this task."
"The job requires a minimum of three years of experience."
"This project requires a lot of time and effort."
"The document requires your signature before it can be submitted."
"The dress code requires formal attire for the event."
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Word Game Points

Is REQUIRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, require is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

REQUIRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is REQUIRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, require is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
REQUIRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is REQUIRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, require is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
REQUIRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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