Dependent

usgb/dɪˈpendənt/
adjective

Needing someone or something else for support or help.

Children are dependent on their parents for food and shelter
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Often appears as...

  • dependent on
  • dependent for
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Emotional Weight

The word conveys a sense of vulnerability when someone relies heavily on others.

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An orphan may become dependent on the kindness of strangers.
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Not Always Negative

Being dependent isn't always bad; it can suggest a natural need for support.

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Calves are naturally dependent on their mothers for nutrition.
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