dependence

UK
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
US
/dɪˈpɛndəns/

Traductions

dependencenoun
dependences
pl
His dependence on caffeine is becoming a problem.
Его зависимость от кофеина становится проблемой.
Traductions supplémentaires
dependenceadjective
more dependence
Comp.
most dependence
Super.
UK
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
US
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
Attributive use: modifies another noun (e.g., "dependence treatment").

Définitions

dependencenoun
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.
dependenceadjective
Relating to or characteristic of dependence, especially substance dependence.
The clinic offers specialised dependence rehabilitation programmes.