Synonyms for Necessity
Definition of necessity
- noun
- the condition of being essential or indispensable
- anything indispensable; "food and shelter are necessities of life"; "the essentials of the good life"; "allow farmers to buy their requirements under favorable conditions"; "a place where the requisites of water fuel and fodder can be obtained"
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "necessity"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like essential, necessary, requirement can replace "necessity" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Necessity" in song lyrics
See how necessity is used in real songs:
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"Now you can pay me in this type necessity"
The Grouch — Simple Man -
"Destitute a necessity"
Lauryn Hill — Freedom Time -
"Music, music, my important necessity"
Laquan — Let the Vibes Flow