Word of the Day: Need
need / ˈnēd
noun
- an obligation
One who believes in himself has no need to convince others.
Laozi, 601 BC-c. 531 BC
- a lack of something vital or useful
There is no need like the lack of a friend.
Irish Proverb
- a physical or mental requirement
Above and beyond looking after your physical needs, it can be very helpful to think about what activities and hobbies make you smile.
Tara Moss, 1973-
- the condition or state of requiring aid
Everyone is in need of encouragement at some time.
David Jeremiah, 1941-
- a destitute condition
If you have enough strength to help yourself, you have enough strength to help those in need.
Austin Carlile, 1987-
verb
- to be necessary
What is worthwhile must needs be difficult.
Latin Proverb
- to require or have a lack of
We need Joy as we need air. We need Love as we need water. We need each other as we need the earth we share.
Maya Angelou, 1928-2014
- auxiliary verb, to be obligated
If the moon is with you, you need not care about the stars.
African Proverb