dependence, dependance, dependency(noun)

the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else

addiction, dependence, dependance, dependency, habituation(noun)

being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)

dependence(noun)ɪˈpɛn dəns

≠ independence

the country's dependence on oil; her dependence on her family

dependenceɪˈpɛn dəns

sb's uncontrollable need for a drug

the patient's dependence on pain killers; drug/alcohol dependence

dependence(Noun)

The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.

He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.

dependence(Noun)

An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.

Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.

Dependence(noun)

the act or state of depending; state of being dependent; a hanging down or from; suspension from a support

Dependence(noun)

the state of being influenced and determined by something; subjection (as of an effect to its cause)

Dependence(noun)

mutu/// /onnection and support; concatenation; systematic ///er relation

Dependence(noun)

subjection to the direction or disposal of another; inability to help or provide for one's self

Dependence(noun)

a resting with confidence; reliance; trust

Dependence(noun)

that on which one depends or relies; as, he was her sole dependence

Dependence(noun)

that which depends; anything dependent or suspended; anything attached a subordinate to, or contingent on, something else

Dependence(noun)

a matter depending, or in suspense, and still to be determined; ground of controversy or quarrel