need
//niːd//
Verb
needInfinitive
needPresent tense
neededPast tense
neededPast participle
needingPresent participle
needsThird-person singular
1
to require something because it is essential or very important
I need a new computer for work.
2
to want or desire something strongly
I need a vacation after all this hard work.
Noun
needSingular
needsPlural
1
a requirement, necessary duty, or obligation
There is a need for better communication in the team.
2
a lack of something required or desired; a state of poverty or difficulty
There is a need for clean water in many parts of the world.
Synonym
modal verb
1
used to indicate necessity or obligation (often in negative or interrogative constructions)
You needn't worry about it.