mandatory

3 definitions • 6 examples

Something that is mandatory must be done, or is demanded by law:

The minister is calling for mandatory prison sentences for people who assault police officers.

Athletes must undergo a mandatory drugs test before competing in the championship.

In 1991, the British government made it mandatory to wear rear seat belts in cars.

made necessary, usually by law or by some other rule:

The test includes a mandatory essay question.

used to describe something that must be done, usually because the law states that it is necessary:

He demanded mandatory reporting on environmental issues.

mandatory for sb to do sth They would make it mandatory for everyone to have health insurance.