Definition of the word needy

Definition of the word needy

Pronunciation of vocabulary needy

needyadjective
cần thiết
/ˈniːdi//ˈniːdi/

Origin of the word needy

The word "needy" has its roots in the Old English word "nēdig," meaning "necessary" or "essential." Over time, "nēdig" evolved into "needful," then "needy," with a shift in meaning from "required" to "lacking or in need of something." The modern sense of "needy" emerged in the 15th century, referring to someone lacking basic necessities like food or shelter. The word's evolution reflects how our understanding of need has shifted from basic survival to a broader concept of well-being.

Vocabulary summary needy

type adjective

meaning poverty

example a needy family

Example of vocabulary needynamespace

not having enough money, food, clothes, etc.

không có đủ tiền, thực phẩm, quần áo, v.v.

helping the children of poor and needy parents
giúp đỡ trẻ em của cha mẹ nghèo và người nghèo
It’s a charity that provides help and comfort for needy children.
Đó là một tổ chức từ thiện cung cấp sự giúp đỡ và an ủi cho trẻ em nghèo.

people who do not have enough money, food, etc.

những người không có đủ tiền, thực phẩm, v.v.