require

• Verbo que indica la necesidad de algo o la exigencia de algo como obligatorio o esencial.

A verb used to indicate the need for something or to demand something as necessary or essential.

1. Need or demandB1formal

   To need something or make something necessary.

   necesitar o exigir

   • This recipe requires three eggs.
   • The job requires a lot of patience.
   • All passengers are required to show their tickets.

   Sinónimoscall fordemandentailinvolvenecessitateneed

2. Order or compelB1formal

   To officially demand that someone does something, often by rule or law.

   Exigir u ordenar

   • The law requires drivers to wear seat belts.
   • Students are required to attend all classes.
   • The contract requires both parties to sign.

   Sinónimoscommandcompeldemanddirectenjoinmandateobligeorder

   Antónimosallowbanforbidpermitprohibit