needful

Word parts

need + -ful

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ˈniːdfəl/

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Adjective

Positive needful

Comparative more needful

Superlative most needful

1. If something is needful, it is needed or necessary.
   • Synonyms: necessary and mandatory
   • Antonym: needless