Synonyms for Required
Definition of required
adjective
- necessary for relief or supply; "provided them with all things needful"
- required by rule; "in most schools physical education is compulsory"; "attendance is mandatory"; "required reading"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "required"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like compulsory, mandatory, necessary can replace "required" 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.
With 7 alternatives available, "required" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Required" in song lyrics
See how required is used in real songs:
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"And I'm not from the boonies, no synopsis or proof be required"
The Boss Hog Barbarians — Celph Destruction -
"Some elbowroom is required"
Common Ground — React -
"And I can live without an answer now if that's required"
Ethic — Anguish