noun
- things that are required or necessary
Usage: plural of need
adverb
- necessarily; of necessity
Usage: archaic; used with must
Examples
- The charity helps families meet their basic needs like food and shelter.
- Students have different learning needs in the classroom.
- The company assessed the needs of its customers before launching the product.
- Healthcare needs vary greatly between different age groups.
- We must needs accept the consequences of our actions.
- The project needs must be completed by Friday.