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needy
adjective
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How to pronounce needy:

Definition of needy:

needy (adjective):
in need of financial support
being in want poverty-stricken
demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree.

Synonyms for needy:

famishedunderprivilegedpoordepressedindigentimpecuniousbeggaredbankruptbrokedestitute
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Antonyms for needy:

fortunateopulentsecurerichmoneyedfatcomfortableblessedflushincreased
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