Definition

The condition of being in need or lacking basic necessities, often due to poverty.

Example

The charity aims to alleviate the necessitousness of families in the community.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the necessitousness of helping others in need?

Absolutely, it’s important to support those who are struggling.

Right? Sometimes I feel like we take our resources for granted.

True, a little kindness can really make a difference for someone in a tough situation.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Necessitousness is formed from "necessitous" (from Latin "necessarius", meaning necessary) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being in need or poverty, emphasizing a condition of necessity.

Memory Tip

Think of 'necessary' to remember that 'necessitousness' means the state of being in need or lacking.

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