Synonyms of dependency

dependency

noun

di-ˈpen-dən(t)-sē 

as in dependence

the quality or state of needing something or someone

she was concerned about his heavy dependency on coffee to get him moving in the morning

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dependence
• dependance
• reliance
• reciprocity
• relativity
• trust
• confidence
• stock
• faith
• credence

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• independence
• independency
• self-sufficiency
• self-reliance
• self-support
• autonomy
• self-dependence
• sovereignty
• self-determination
• sovranty

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of dependency

However, not all European countries have been successful in ending their energy dependency on Russia. —Daniel Markind, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

This dependency has put a strain on our relationship with them and with each other, as my husband and I have different opinions on how to address the situation. —Harriette Cole, The Mercury News, 29 Nov. 2024

Her comments come as India’s employment-to-population ratio stands at a mere 52.8%, while its labor dependency ratio is 1.52, data from the International Labour Organization (ILO) shows. —Amala Balakrishner, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024

As our social fabric unravels with care for the elderly shifting dramatically from the realm of the family to state dependency, these pressures can only intensify. —Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024