Necessarily Definition

necessarily
adverb
  1. in an essential manner; "such expenses are necessarily incurred"
  2. in such a manner as could not be otherwise; "it is necessarily so"; "we must needs by objective"
  3. as a highly likely consequence; "we are necessarily bound for federalism in Europe"

"Necessarily" in song lyrics

See how necessarily is used in real songs:

  • "Now, I settle down but not necessarily"
    Lord Finesse and DJ Mike Smooth — Strictly for the Ladies
  • "For those whose saying 'Hip Hop Is Dead' not necessarily"
    Wisemen — Phillie Freestyle

Usage tips for "necessarily"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "necessarily" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for necessarily to find words that pair well.

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