adjective
- lacking the basic necessities of life; very poor
- requiring excessive attention, support, or reassurance from others
Usage: often describes emotional dependency
Examples
- The charity provides food and clothing to needy families.
- Many needy children rely on free school lunch programs.
- The government offers assistance to needy citizens.
- She became too needy after the breakup, constantly calling her friends.
- His needy behavior pushed people away from him.
- The organization helps needy students pay for college tuition.