Necessary
Example: This step is necessary to complete the process
Definition
"Necessary" describes something that is essential, required, or unavoidable in order to achieve a particular outcome or complete a task. For example, in the phrase 'This step is necessary to complete the process,' it means the step cannot be omitted without failure.
Etymology
The word "necessary" comes from the Latin word 'necessarius,' meaning unavoidable or indispensable. It entered English in the Middle Ages and has been used to describe things that must happen or be done. Did you know? The root 'nec-' means 'not,' and 'cedere' means 'to go,' implying something that does not go away or can’t be avoided.
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"Necessary" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 3", containing 116 commonly used words.
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