
Needy
Cultural Sensitivity
Be careful when referring to people as 'needy' to avoid sounding disrespectful or judgmental.

Organizations provide support for individuals in need, rather than calling them 'needy'.
Context Matters
Use 'needy' to describe situations of poverty; avoid using it for minor financial inconveniences.

After the hurricane, the number of needy families in the area soared.
Not Always Negative
'Needy' can be a neutral term in contexts like charity, where the goal is to offer help.

The fundraiser aims to aid the needy during the holiday season.
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BeggarlyDestituteDisadvantageImpecuniousImpoverishIndigentLackUnderprivilegedWant
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