dependent
Translation
dependent, reliant, contingent
Examples
The outcome is dependent on the weather.
The outcome is dependent on the weather.
He is financially dependent on his parents.
He is financially dependent on his parents.
Grammar Patterns
((on sth./sb.)) to be reliant on (sth./sb.) The outcome is dependent on the weather.
Similar Words
Synonyms: reliant, contingent; Antonyms: independent, self-sufficient
Etymology
From Latin 'de-' (down) + 'pendere' (to hang). The suffix '-ent' forms an adjective, indicating a state of being.
Memory Tips
Someone who 'depends' (verb) on another is 'dependent' (adjective). The '-ent' ending is a common adjective marker.