English dictionary

neediness

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

a state of extreme poverty

noun.state

Synonyms deprivation privation want

Source: WordNet 3.0
the quality of needing attention and affection and reassurance to a marked degree

noun.attribute

Examples
He recognized her neediness but had no time to respond to it.

Source: WordNet 3.0
The state or quality of being needy; want; poverty; indigence.

noun

Source: webster1913