Dependency
/dɪˈpendənsi/noun
A state in which a person or thing relies on someone or something for help or support.
He has a heavy dependency on his parents.
Often appears as...
- dependency on
- dependency problem
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Human Support
Refers to needing someone's help, like family or friends, to manage daily life or difficult situations.
After his surgery, he acknowledged his dependency on neighbors for meals.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Aspect
Can imply an emotional weakness or lack of independence when referring to a person’s character.
She worried her emotional dependency would push her friends away.
Compare with
abilityaddictionattachmentdevotionhelplessreliancesubordinatetrust
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