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Dependence

A state of reliance or contingency between entities.

reliance dependency

Dependence is a state in which one entity is constrained by another. It can refer to reliance on something or someone, or a relationship where one thing is contingent upon another.

Pronunciation

/dɪˈpendəns/

Etymology

From Latin 'dependentia' meaning hanging or suspended.

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

reliance reliance on dependency

Antonyms — Opposites or Contrasts

independence autonomy

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

relationship state

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

chemical dependence codependency financial reliance

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