Meaning of the word necessities in English

What does necessities mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

necessities

US /nəˈses.ɪ.tiz/
UK /nəˈses.ɪ.tiz/

Plural Noun

1.

things that are needed for a tolerable life

Example:
Food, water, and shelter are basic necessities for survival.
We packed only the bare necessities for our camping trip.
2.

the fact of being required or indispensable

Example:
The necessity of a good education cannot be overstated.
There was no necessity for such drastic measures.