Meaning of the word necessitous in English

What does necessitous mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

necessitous

US /nɪˈses.ɪ.təs/
UK /nɪˈses.ɪ.təs/

Adjective

1.

lacking the necessities of life; impoverished

Example:
The charity provides aid to necessitous families.
His necessitous circumstances forced him to seek employment.
2.

requiring something essential or important; urgent

Example:
The patient was in a necessitous condition, requiring immediate medical attention.
A necessitous demand for clean water arose after the earthquake.
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