What is another word for was needful?
Pronunciation: [wɒz nˈiːdfə͡l] (IPA) 
The phrase "was needful" implies that something was necessary or required. Some synonyms that convey the same meaning include "was essential," "was imperative," "was mandatory," "was crucial," "was vital," "was necessary," "was requisite," and "was required." These words can be used interchangeably to communicate that something had to be done or was important for a specific purpose. For instance, "It was imperative that the workers received proper training before operating the machinery." Alternatively, "It was essential that the company invested in effective cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive data from cyber threats".
