part of speech: noun
definition 1: something that one wants or must have.
- I have a need to be with my family.
synonyms: essential, obligation, requirement
definition 2: the lack of something that is necessary or essential.
- The crops are in need of rain.
- There is a need for skilled workers.
synonyms: deficiency, lack, shortage, want
definition 3: a state of want; poverty.
- It is a shame that many people live in need.
part of speech: verb
inflections: needs, needing, needed
definition 1: to have a requirement for.
- Humans need water to live.
synonyms: call for, claim, demand, require, want
definition 2: to have or feel the necessity (to do something).
- You need to stay in bed until your fever is gone.
- I need to go home now, or I’ll be in trouble.
part of speech: auxiliary verb
inflections: needs, needing, needed
definition: to have to do because it is necessary or demanded.
- Need I explain every single detail?
- You need not go to the meeting.
synonyms: should