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NEEDED

/ˈniːdɪd/

6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective

N 1/2
E 1/1
E 1/1
D 2/2
E 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of NEEDED

verb

To have an absolute requirement for.

"Living things need water to survive."

verb

To want strongly; to feel that one must have something.

"After ten days of hiking, I needed a shower and a shave."

verb

(modal verb) To be obliged or required (to do something).

"You need not go if you don't want to."

adjective

Necessary; being required.

"A much-needed rest."

Synonyms of NEEDED

Words with similar meaning

Examples of NEEDED in a Sentence

  • "Living things need water to survive."
  • "After ten days of hiking, I needed a shower and a shave."
  • "You need not go if you don't want to."
  • "A much-needed rest."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is NEEDED a Scrabble Word?

Yes, NEEDED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: NEEDED uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NEEDED

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter needed Total
Scrabble 111212 8
WWF 211212 9

How to Use NEEDED in Word Games

NEEDED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, NEEDED is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NEEDED to find 15 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NEEDED

What does NEEDED mean?
NEEDED is a verb. To have an absolute requirement for.
Is NEEDED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NEEDED is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NEEDED worth in Scrabble?
NEEDED is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NEEDED?
You can make 15 words from the letters in NEEDED. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NEEDED?
Synonyms of NEEDED include: desire, want, will, wish, would like, be. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.