Codependent
/ˌkəʊdɪˈpendənt/adjective
A person who relies too much on others for emotional or psychological support.
He realized he had become codependent on his partner, always needing validation and approval to feel secure.
Often appears as...
- become codependent
- codependent relationships
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Emotional Dependency
The term implies a weakness or an unhealthy attachment in personal relationships.
After therapy, she realized her constant need to please others was a sign of being codependent.
Pro Tip 2/3Relational Context
Often used to describe romantic or familial relationships where one person supports another's poor habits.
Their codependent friendship involved covering for each other's shortcomings.
Pro Tip 3/3Psychological Support
Highlights an excessive psychological reliance on someone else, hinting at an imbalance in support.
He was codependent on his peers, requiring their approval to make decisions.
Compare with
collaborativecomplementaryconnectdependentinterdependentmutualreliantsupport
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