dependency

noun
UK: /dɪˈpendənsi/
US: /dɪˈpendənsi/

  1. The state of relying on someone or something for support or help.

    1. My little brother has a strong dependency on his parents.
    2. The company's dependency on a single supplier made them vulnerable to disruptions.

  2. The condition of being determined or influenced by something else.

    1. The project's success shows dependency on good weather.
    2. Statistical analysis revealed a clear dependency between education and income levels.

  3. Addiction to a substance or behavior.

    1. He overcame his dependency on alcohol with therapy.
    2. The clinic specializes in treating patients with severe dependency issues.

Synonyms

reliance subordination addiction dependence

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "dependency" in English means: The state of relying on someone or something for support or help., The condition of being determined or influenced by something else., Addiction to a substance or behavior..

The phonetic transcription of "dependency" is /dɪˈpendənsi/ in British English and /dɪˈpendənsi/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "dependency": reliance, subordination, addiction, dependence.

Example usage of "dependency": "My little brother has a strong dependency on his parents.". More examples on the page.