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dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
held from above and hanging down
Synonyms: pendant, pendent,
dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
(of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence
Synonyms: subordinate,
Antonyms: independent,
Examples:
A subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence.
dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
being under the power or sovereignty of another or others
Synonyms: subject,
Examples:
A dependent prince.
dependent
noun(de-pend-ent)
a person who relies on another person for support (especially financial support)
Synonyms: dependant,
dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
contingent on something else
Synonyms: dependant, qualified,
dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
addicted to a drug
Synonyms: dependant, drug-addicted, hooked, strung-out,
dependent
adjective(de-pend-ent)
relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed
Antonyms: independent,
Examples:
Dependent children.
Dependent on moisture.

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