Word: NEEDS
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Definition of NEEDS
- Of necessity; necessarily; indispensably; used with an auxiliary verb (often must), and equivalent to "of need".
"One must needs run when the devil drives."
- A requirement for something; something needed.
"I've always tried to have few needs beyond food, clothing and shelter."
- Lack of means of subsistence; poverty; indigence; destitution.
- To have an absolute requirement for.
"Living things need water to survive."
- To want strongly; to feel that one must have something.
"After ten days of hiking, I needed a shower and a shave."
- (modal verb) To be obliged or required (to do something).
"You need not go if you don't want to."
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "needs" in early literature."
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "needs" conveys a high level of precision."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is NEEDS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is NEEDS worth in Scrabble? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing NEEDS:
- # the needs effect
- # master of needs
- # playing with needs
- # in terms of needs
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