Definition

The condition of being essential or required for a particular purpose.

Example

The requisiteness of safety measures in construction cannot be overstated.

Conversation

I was thinking about the requisiteness of having a good plan before starting the project.

That's a great point! Planning can really make a difference in our success.

Exactly! Without that requisiteness, we might face unnecessary challenges.

True, it's better to be prepared than to wing it and regret it later.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Requisiteness is formed from "requisite" (from Latin "requisitus", meaning required or necessary) and the suffix "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word refers to the state of being required or necessary.

Memory Tip

Think of 'requisite' meaning something that is 'required' and '-ness' indicating a state, so requisiteness means the state of being required.

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