NEEDY Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

needy

adjective

ˈnē-dē

as in impoverished

lacking money or material possessions those generous souls who regularly give money and donate clothes to help the needy

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Recent Examples of needy Peterman plays Gabby, a needy, dramatic bartender who has worked at the tavern for quite some time. —

Glenn Garner, Deadline, 17 Oct. 2024 That complaint seeks revocation of Dr. Sophy’s license to provide mental health counseling to needy patients. —

Christian Holub, EW.com, 11 Oct. 2024 The attorney general, Raúl Torrez, said his office is examining Memorial’s patient policies for compliance with a state law and the hospital’s performance under the New Mexico statute governing provision of care to needy patients. —

Gretchen Morgenson, NBC News, 17 July 2024 Or lawmakers could provide more generous aid to help needy families afford to buy food. —

Jacob Bogage, Washington Post, 12 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for needy