Dependent

Pronunciation: /dɪˈpɛndənt/

Definitions of dependent

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun, in this case 'dependent' describes something that relies on something else for support or existence

Example Sentences

A1 Children are dependent on their parents for food and shelter.

A2 She is dependent on her medication to control her asthma.

B1 The success of the project is dependent on everyone working together as a team.

B2 The outcome of the experiment is dependent on the accuracy of the data collected.

C1 The economy is heavily dependent on the tourism industry for revenue.

C2 His happiness is not dependent on material possessions, but on his relationships with others.

Examples of dependent in a Sentence

formal The success of the project is dependent on the approval of the board.

informal I'm still dependent on my parents for financial support.

slang She's so dependent on her phone, she can't go anywhere without it.

figurative His happiness is dependent on her presence in his life.

Grammatical Forms of dependent

• past tense: depended
• plural: dependents
• comparative: more dependent
• superlative: most dependent
• present tense: depend
• future tense: will depend
• perfect tense: have depended
• continuous tense: is depending
• singular: dependent
• positive degree: dependent
• infinitive: to depend
• gerund: depending
• participle: dependent

Origin and Evolution of dependent

First Known Use: 1500 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'dependent' originated from the Latin word 'dependere', which means 'to hang down' or 'to rely on'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'dependent' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings beyond just relying on someone or something. It can now also refer to being influenced or determined by something else, or being unable to exist without something else.