Dependence
/dɪˈpɛndəns/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
nounAn irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
Sentence Examples
Japan's dependence on foreign trade is not necessarily very high as a percentage of GNP.
Shy people can develop drug dependence as a defense.
Our relationship was based on mutual dependence.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ on caffeine made it hard for him to sleep at night.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Japan's ____ on foreign trade is not necessarily very high as a percentage of GNP.
Word Origin & History
From Middle French dépendance. Morphologically depend + -ence.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
His ____ on caffeine made it hard for him to sleep at night.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
Japan's ____ on foreign trade is not necessarily very high as a percentage of GNP.