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NEEDY

/ˈniːdi/

5 letters · 2 syllables · adjective

N 1/2
E 1/1
E 1/1
D 2/2
Y 4/3

Definition of NEEDY

adjective

In need; poor.

"Needy people want to give too, but have few material goods to offer."

adjective

Desiring constant affirmation; lacking self-confidence.

"It's emotionally exhausting to be around her because she's so needy."

adjective

Needful; necessary.

Antonyms of NEEDY

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of NEEDY in a Sentence

  • "Needy people want to give too, but have few material goods to offer."
  • "It's emotionally exhausting to be around her because she's so needy."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
9
points

Is NEEDY a Scrabble Word?

Yes, NEEDY is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: NEEDY uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NEEDY

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter needy Total
Scrabble 11124 9
WWF 21123 9

How to Use NEEDY in Word Games

NEEDY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, NEEDY is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NEEDY to find 26 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NEEDY

What does NEEDY mean?
NEEDY is a adjective. In need; poor.
Is NEEDY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NEEDY is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NEEDY worth in Scrabble?
NEEDY is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NEEDY?
You can make 26 words from the letters in NEEDY. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.