dependence

/dษชหˆpษ›ndษ™ns/

IPA: /D IH0 P EH1 N D AH0 N S/

noun
  1. 1

    The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.

    โ€œHe had a deep dependence on her for guidance.โ€

  2. 2

    An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.

    โ€œHer dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.โ€

Antonyms

independence

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