needed

The word “needed” has 2 syllables: need-ed.

It's pronounced as /ˈniːdɪd/.


What is synonym and antonym for needed?

In the thesaurus, “needed” has 8 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for needed

Antonyms for needed

  • had
  • inessential
  • needless
  • nonessential
  • optional
  • unimportant
  • unnecessary

Meanings of needed

  • verb
    1. To have an absolute requirement for.
    2. To want strongly; to feel that one must have something.
    3. (modal verb) To be obliged or required (to do something).
    4. To be required; to be necessary.
    5. To be necessary (to someone).
  • adjective
    1. Necessary; being required.

Example Sentences

  • The rescue team provided the survivors with the medical attention they needed after the disaster.
  • The student diligently completed all the assignments and received the grades needed to pass the course.
  • After a long day of work, she finally got the rest she needed to rejuvenate herself.
  • The organization received the funding needed to expand their community outreach programs.
  • With the right tools and resources, they were able to accomplish the task much faster than they needed.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to needed, such as: desired, essential, had, inessential, integral, necessary, needful.

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

Related Words

called for

  • asked
  • claimed
  • demanded
  • needed
  • ordered
  • requested
  • required
  • sought
  • took
  • wanted

lacked

necessary

necessitated

necessitous


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