Examples of “needy” in a Sentence

adj Lacking basic necessities; poor.

• The charity distributes food to needy families.
• The shelter gives warm meals to needy people every evening.
• Volunteers collected coats for needy children before the winter.

adj Emotionally dependent; constantly seeking reassurance or attention.

• He became needy and insecure after the breakup.
• My friend can be a bit needy and texts me whenever I am busy.
• Puppies are often needy and want attention all the time.