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Needy

Yes, needy is a valid Scrabble word. It has 5 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble. It is on our list of likely Wordle answers.

What does needy mean?

noun

  1. needy people collectively they try to help the needy

adjective

  1. poor enough to need help from others
  2. demanding or needing attention, affection, or reassurance to an excessive degree

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for needy

Word facts

Letters5
Vowels / consonants2 / 3
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon
Likely Wordle answerYes

Anagrams of needy

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters NEEDY.

Words you can make from needy

Unscramble NEEDY for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is needy a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Needy is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

How many points is needy worth in Scrabble?

Needy is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does needy mean?

Needy means: needy people collectively.

Could needy be a Wordle answer?

Needy is on our list of likely Wordle answers: a common five-letter dictionary word that is not a plural or past tense.