mandatory
adjectiveRequired by a rule, instruction, or authority.
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adjectiveRequired rather than optional, usually by a rule or authority.
imperative
adjectiveEssential or urgently necessary.
incumbent
adjectiveRequired as a duty or responsibility.
Required as a duty
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obligatory
adjectiveRequired by a rule, duty, or established expectation.
requisite
adjectiveNeeded for a particular purpose or task.
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