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dependence

/dɪˈpɛndəns/

dependencenoun

dependences

Translations

His dependence on caffeine is becoming a problem.

Его зависимость от кофеина становится проблемой.

Additional translations

Definitions

The state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else.

His dependence on his parents for financial support was becoming a concern.

A condition in which a person is unable to stop using a substance or engaging in a behavior.

Her dependence on caffeine made it difficult for her to start the day without a cup of coffee.

The state of being influenced or determined by something else.

The dependence of the economy on oil prices is a major factor in financial planning.

A territory that is politically or economically controlled by a more powerful state; a colony or dependency.

Greenland was once a Danish dependence.

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Antonyms

dependenceadjective

more dependence

Comp.

most dependence

Super.

/dɪˈpɛndəns/

Attributive use: modifies another noun (e.g., "dependence treatment").

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of dependence, especially substance dependence.

The clinic offers specialised dependence rehabilitation programmes.