🤝Dependence

noun
/dɪˈpen.dəns/

Meaning

the state of relying on or needing someone or something for support; addiction
the state of relying on or needing someone or something

Example Sentences

His dependence on technology made it difficult for him to work without internet.

His dependence on his parents was growing as he couldn't find a job.

Synonyms

reliance, addiction, need, dependency, dependence, trust
Entry 1
reliance, addiction, need, dependency
Entry 2
reliance, dependence, need, trust

Antonyms

independence, self-reliance, autonomy, self-sufficiency
Entry 1
independence, self-reliance, autonomy
Entry 2
independence, self-sufficiency

Collocations

drug dependence, economic dependence, complete dependence, dependence on, emotional dependence, growing dependence
Entry 1
drug dependence, economic dependence, complete dependence
Entry 2
dependence on, emotional dependence, growing dependence

More Example Sentences

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