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needier

 

[ ˈniːdiər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

emotional state

Needier describes a state of requiring more emotional support or assistance than usual. It is often used to describe someone who seeks more attention or help, particularly in relationships or during challenging times.

Synonyms

more dependent, more needy, more vulnerable

Examples of usage

  • After the breakup, he felt needier than ever.
  • She has been acting needier since she lost her job.
  • The child became needier when he started school.
  • In times of stress, people often become needier.

Translations

Translations of the word "needier" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais necessitado

🇮🇳 ज्यादा जरूरतमंद

🇩🇪 bedürftiger

🇮🇩 lebih membutuhkan

🇺🇦 більш потребуючий

🇵🇱 bardziej potrzebujący

🇯🇵 より必要な

🇫🇷 plus nécessiteux

🇪🇸 más necesitado

🇹🇷 daha muhtaç

🇰🇷 더 필요한

🇸🇦 أكثر حاجة

🇨🇿 více potřebný

🇸🇰 viac potrebný

🇨🇳 更需要的

🇸🇮 bolj potreben

🇮🇸 meira þarfandi

🇰🇿 көп қажет

🇬🇪 უფრო საჭირო

🇦🇿 daha ehtiyaclı

🇲🇽 más necesitado

Word origin

The term 'needier' is derived from the word 'needy,' which originates from the adjective 'need.' The word 'need' comes from the Old English 'nead,' meaning 'necessity' or 'lack.' As the language evolved, 'needy' emerged to describe individuals or situations that require significant help or support. 'Needier' is simply the comparative form, indicating a greater level of need compared to something or someone else. The evolution of the word reflects societal changes in how emotional and physical needs are perceived, particularly in relationships and social interactions, leading to contemporary understandings of dependency and vulnerability.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,777, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.