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Dependence

noun
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
Word Frequency: 20.4

Definitions

1.nounThe state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
"He had a deep dependence on her for guidance."
2.nounAn irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
"Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin."

Synonyms

dependancedependencyaddictiondependentdependantreliancehabituationhabitcreditappurtenanceindependenceinfluence

Antonyms

independence

Rhymes With

transcendenceinterdependencetendanceascendanceattendancependenceoverdependencedeclaration of independence
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