NEEDED
/ˈniːdɪd/
6 letters · 2 syllables · verb, adjective
Definition of NEEDED
To have an absolute requirement for.
"Living things need water to survive."
To want strongly; to feel that one must have something.
"After ten days of hiking, I needed a shower and a shave."
(modal verb) To be obliged or required (to do something).
"You need not go if you don't want to."
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
Is NEEDED a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NEEDED is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | n | e | e | d | e | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NEEDED
15 words from the letters in NEEDED
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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.