needy

The word “needy” has 2 syllables: nee-dy.

It's pronounced as /ˈniː.di/.


What is synonym and antonym for needy?

In the thesaurus, “needy” has 8 synonyms and 11 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for needy along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for needy

  • destitute
  • disadvantaged
  • impoverished
  • indigent
  • penniless
  • poor
  • poverty-stricken
  • underprivileged

Antonyms for needy

  • affluent
  • fat
  • lucky
  • moneyed
  • monied
  • opulent
  • privileged
  • prosperous
  • rich
  • wealthy
  • well-to-do

Meanings of needy

  • adjective
    1. In need; poor.
    2. Desiring constant affirmation; lacking self-confidence.
    3. Needful; necessary.

Example Sentences

  • The organization provides support and resources for needy families in the area.
  • She has always had a soft spot for needy animals and often volunteers at the shelter.
  • The school launched a program to help needy students acquire the supplies they need for classes.
  • He felt overwhelmed by his needy friends who constantly sought his attention.
  • Many needy individuals benefit from the community's outreach efforts during the holidays.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to needy, such as: affluent, destitute, disadvantaged, fat, impoverished, indigent, lucky.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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necessitous

needful

unaffluent

  • bankrupt
  • beggarly
  • broke
  • deprived
  • destitute
  • disadvantaged
  • dispossessed
  • down-and-out
  • famished
  • hard up
  • impecunious
  • impoverished
  • indigent
  • necessitous
  • needful
  • needy
  • penniless
  • penurious
  • poor
  • underprivileged

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