dependent
/dɪˈpendənt/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4728 in the learning path
依赖的；依靠的
Definitions
adj. Needing someone or something for support or survival.
依赖的；依靠的
adj. Decided or affected by a particular condition or factor.
取决于…的
Example
The young birds are still dependent on their parents.
这些幼鸟仍然依赖亲鸟。
Rural communities are often dependent on reliable bus services for access to healthcare, employment, and further education.
农村社区往往依靠可靠的公交服务来获得医疗、就业和继续教育的机会。
Collocations
- dependent on
- financially dependent
- heavily dependent on
- dependent children
Word family
- depend (v.)
- dependence (n.)
- dependency (n.)
- independent (adj.)
Synonyms
- reliant
Antonyms
- independent
Usage tip
常接on；英式名词“受抚养者”通常拼作dependant。
FAQ
- What does dependent mean?
- Needing someone or something for support or survival. Decided or affected by a particular condition or factor.
- How is dependent pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈpendənt/, US /dɪˈpendənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
