require
UK: rɪˈkwaɪə | US: rɪˈkwaɪər
vt. to need something or make something necessary
vt. to officially demand that someone does something
vt. to specify as compulsory (e.g., a rule or condition)
require = re<again> + quire<seek>
- re: A Latin prefix meaning "again" or "back," often indicating repetition or intensity.
- quire: Derived from Latin quaerere ("to seek, ask"), evolving into Old French querre before entering Middle English as "require."
Etymology Origin:
The word "require" traces back to Latin requirere ("to seek again, demand"), combining re- (intensifying the action) and quaerere ("to seek"). It entered English via Old French requerre, reflecting a shift from passive seeking to active demand. The modern sense emphasizes necessity or compulsion, aligning with its legal and formal usage.
The job will require three years of experience.
The law requires all citizens to vote.
This recipe requires fresh herbs for the best flavor.
The professor requires strict attendance in his lectures.
The contract requires both parties to sign before it becomes valid.