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necessitude

Necessitude (noun) means the state or characteristic of being in need; neediness.

noun
1
The state or characteristic of being in need; neediness.
2
A circumstance or event which is necessary or unavoidable, especially because it is a requirement of a social role or natural state of affairs.
3
A relation or connection between people or things.
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Etymology

From Latin necessitūdō, from necesse + -tūdō, from ne- + cessus.

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What is the meaning of necessitude?

"necessitude" (noun) means the state or characteristic of being in need; neediness.

What are the different meanings of necessitude?

"necessitude" has 3 main meanings: 1. The state or characteristic of being in need; neediness; 2. A circumstance or event which is necessary or unavoidable, especially because it is a requirement of a social role or natural state of affairs; 3. A relation or connection between people or things.

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