Requisite

usgb/ˈrekwɪzɪt/
adjective

Needed or necessary for a particular purpose.

She lacked the requisite experience for the job.
Visual representation of "requisite" - Needed or necessary for a particular purpose

Often appears as...

  • requisite skills
  • requisite knowledge
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Context Matters

Use 'requisite' to stress the importance of something being particularly necessary in that context.

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A passport is the requisite document for international travel.
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Implicit Urgency

'Requisite' often implies an urgent or immediate need within a specific situation.

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Your immediate attention is the requisite action to address this issue.
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Professional Tone

The term 'requisite' is typically used in formal or professional contexts.

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The job offer was contingent upon the requisite background check.
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