Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
of necessity
phrase
/əv nɪˈsɛsɪti/
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Definition
as a result of something that must happen or cannot be avoided
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Examples
- She knew, of necessity, that she had to adapt to the new environment.
- Many changes were made, of necessity, to improve safety protocols.
- He arrived late, but of necessity, he had a good reason for it.
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Meaning
The term “of necessity” is used to indicate that something is required or essential due to circumstances.
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Synonyms
- inevitably
- necessarily
- unavoidably