dependence
About 20.35 uses per million words.
Meaning
- noun The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.
- noun An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.
Similar words
dependance dependency addiction dependent dependant reliance habituation habit credit appurtenance
Often followed by
of on upon and is in for between was
Word family
dependance dependances dependences
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