Prerequisite

usgb/ˌpriːˈrekwəzɪt/
noun

Something that is needed or required before you can do or achieve something else.

Having a degree is a prerequisite for many jobs.
Visual representation of "prerequisite" - something that is needed or required before you can do or achieve something else

Often appears as...

  • necessary prerequisite
  • important prerequisite

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Academic

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Entry Requirement

Prerequisite often refers to a must-have qualification or skill to start something.

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Passing an English test is a prerequisite for this university program.
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Beyond Basic Needs

It's not just about basic needs; it's often about specific conditions or standards that must be met.

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A specific GPA may be a prerequisite for scholarship eligibility.
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Figurative Use

Sometimes used metaphorically to express something very important, not only mandatory.

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Patience is a prerequisite for mastering a new language.
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