requisite
7 synonyms and 7 antonyms for requisite, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Necessary for a particular purpose; needed.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
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Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Necessary for a particular purpose; needed.
“She had the requisite qualifications for the role.”
Opposites
2. noun
Something that is necessary or required.
“Good communication is a requisite for any successful team.”
How to use requisite
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
requisite skills
requisite experience
a basic requisite
More formal than "necessary" or "needed."
Etymology
From Latin requisitus, past participle of requiro, "to require, seek."
Full origin of requisite →Frequently asked questions
What does “requisite” mean?
The word “requisite” means necessary for a particular purpose; needed. In plain terms, necessary or needed, or a necessary thing.
How do you pronounce “requisite”?
“Requisite” is pronounced REHK-wih-ziht (/ˈɹɛkwɪzɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “requisite” in a sentence?
Here is “requisite” used in a sentence: “She had the requisite qualifications for the role.”
What is the opposite of “requisite”?
The opposite of “requisite” — its antonyms — are dispensable, gratuitous, inessential, needless and optional.
What part of speech is “requisite”?
Depending on how it is used, “requisite” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “requisite” come from?
The word “requisite” comes from Latin. From Latin requisitus, past participle of requiro, "to require, seek.".
Is “requisite” a common word?
“Requisite” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “requisite” have?
“Requisite” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: necessary for a particular purpose; needed.
