/nɛsɪsɪst/ (nes-i-sist)

Definitions

1. noun

One who advocates or supports the concept of necessity, particularly in philosophical or economic contexts.

“The necessist argued that the value of a resource lies in its inherent necessity, not in its market value.”

2. verb

To advocate or support the concept of necessity, often in a philosophical or economic context.

“The economist necessisted that the company’s survival depended on its ability to adapt to changing market conditions.”