necessary

• Qualifie ce qui est requis, indispensable ou exigé pour un but donné, ce dont on ne peut pas se passer.

Describes something that is required, essential, or needed for a particular purpose.

1. Essential or requiredA2formal

   Something that must be done or had; indispensable.

   nécessaire, indispensable

   • It is necessary to bring your passport to the airport.
   • Water is necessary for all living things.
   • A good education is necessary for a successful career.

   Synonymescompulsoryessentialimperativeindispensablemandatoryneededrequiredrequisitevital

   Antonymesdispensableexpendableinessentialneedlessnonessentialoptionalunnecessary

2. Inevitable or unavoidableB1formal

   Something that cannot be avoided; bound to happen.

   inévitable ou inéluctable

   • Some changes are necessary for the company to grow.
   • It was necessary to cancel the event due to the storm.
   • The necessary steps were taken to ensure safety.

   Synonymescertainfatedineluctableinescapableinevitableunavoidable