dependence

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/dɪˈpɛndəns/ English

Definitions

noun

The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.“He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.”
An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.“Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.”

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Synonyms

dependance dependency addiction dependent dependant reliance habituation habit credit appurtenance independence influence relationship interdependence interdependency certification

Antonyms

Associated

benzodiazepine nicotine opioid withdrawal coefficient tolerance alcohol correlation fossil dose

Rhymes

transcendence interdependence tendance ascendance attendance pendence overdependence declaration of independence in attendance independence

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