dependence

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Scrabble points
16
Words With Friends
20
Letters
10
Pronunciation
/dɪˈpɛndəns/ (UK)

Definition of dependence

2 senses · 1 part of speech · etymology included

noun

  1. (countable, uncountable)The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
    “He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.”
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noun

  1. (countable, uncountable)The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
    “He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.”
  2. (countable, uncountable)An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
    “Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.”

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Etymology

From Middle French dépendance. Morphologically depend + -ence.

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