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needy

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "needy" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

1 syllable
5 characters
English (US)
1syllable

needy

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

Because it is a word with a single syllable, needy is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

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Definitions ofneedy

1adjective
  • In need; poor.

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

  • Desiring constant affirmation; lacking self-confidence.

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

  • Needful; necessary.
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