needs

The word “needs” has 1 syllable: needs

It's pronounced as /niːdz/


What is synonym and antonym for needs?

In the thesaurus, “needs” has 16 synonyms and 16 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for needs

Antonyms for needs

  • amenities
  • comforts
  • discharges
  • exemptions
  • extras
  • graces
  • has
  • luxuries
  • nonessentials
  • nonnecessities
  • options
  • releases
  • stays
  • surpluses
  • unnecessarily
  • waivers

Meanings of needs

  • adverb
    1. Of necessity; necessarily; indispensably; used with an auxiliary verb (often must), and equivalent to "of need".
  • noun
    1. A requirement for something; something needed.
    2. Lack of means of subsistence; poverty; indigence; destitution.
  • 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).

Example Sentences

  • The project has specific needs that must be addressed before it can move forward.
  • Everyone has different needs when it comes to education and learning styles.
  • She understands that the team needs more resources to complete the task effectively.
  • The charity focuses on providing for the basic needs of families in the community.
  • It’s important to recognize and prioritize your own emotional needs for better mental health.

On this page you'll find 32 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to needs, such as: amenities, comforts, commitments, discharges, duties, exemptions, extras.

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

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necessitates

  • constrain
  • entail
  • needs
  • require
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necessities

  • care
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  • musts
  • needs
  • payment
  • ration
  • relief
  • requirements
  • responsibility
  • subsidy
  • sustenance

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