require

The word “require” has 2 syllables: re-quire

It's pronounced as /rɪˈkwaɪər/


What is synonym and antonym for require?

In the thesaurus, “require” has 22 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for require along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for require

Antonyms for require

Meanings of require

  • verb
    1. To ask (someone) for something; to request.
    2. To demand, to insist upon (having); to call for authoritatively.
    3. Naturally to demand (something) as indispensable; to need, to call for as necessary.
    4. To demand of (someone) to do something.

Example Sentences

  • The new job will require strong communication skills.
  • Some tasks require more patience than others.
  • This process may require additional training.
  • The rules require everyone to wear safety gear.
  • Success will require both effort and determination.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to require, such as: ask, bear, beg, call for, challenge, claim, command.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

cadge

  • ask
  • beg
  • beseech
  • besiege
  • bludge
  • bum
  • claim
  • coerce
  • command
  • compel
  • conjure
  • demand
  • desire
  • entreat
  • force
  • hawk
  • huckster
  • impetrate
  • implore
  • importune
  • insist
  • invoke
  • mooch
  • panhandle
  • peddle
  • petition
  • pray
  • request
  • require
  • scrounge
  • solicit
  • sponge
  • sue
  • supplicate

lack

lacked

lacks

bade


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