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needy

need·y [ ndee ] (comparative need·i·er, superlative need·i·est)


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. poor: living in poverty
gifts for needy children

2. needing affection: feeling or showing a strong need for affection, love, or other emotional support


need·i·ly adverb
need·i·ness noun
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