necessitates

VERB

call for, make necessary

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constrain entail require

STRONG

ask behoove cause coerce command compel crave demand drive force impel make oblige postulate take

Antonyms

STRONG

calculate check delay disallow discourage dissuade fail give halt lose offer refuse reply repress stop

Example Sentences

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Grade inflation in high school necessitates grade inflation at universities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

Those art forms cost more to produce and can’t be widely distributed like films can, which necessitates higher price points.

From Salon • Mar. 11, 2026

The analyst admitted, however, that it “may be early” to take a bullish stance on Oracle, calling it a “show me stock” that necessitates consistent results before investors change their opinions.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 25, 2026

Much like ballet, kabuki necessitates precise choreographed actions: Not only does “Kokuho” provide generous samples of different kabuki pieces but also includes captions that list the title of the individual works and a brief synopsis.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

“Rats’ teeth continue to grow our entire lives, which necessitates gnawing to keep them at a manageable length.

From "Gregor the Overlander" by Suzanne Collins