dependent

• Describe a una persona o cosa que necesita de otra para obtener apoyo, funcionamiento o existencia, o que está condicionada por algo externo.

Describes a person or thing that relies on someone or something else for support, function, or existence.

1. Relying on someone or somethingB1formal

   Needing someone or something in order to survive, be successful, or function properly.

   Dependiente de alguien o algo

   • The plant is dependent on sunlight for growth.
   • She is financially dependent on her parents.
   • The success of the project is dependent on everyone's cooperation.

   Sinónimosreliant

   Antónimosautonomousindependentself-reliantself-sufficient

2. Conditional or determined byB2formal

   Something that is influenced or determined by something else.

   dependiente

   • The outcome is dependent on the weather conditions.
   • The price is dependent on the quality of the materials.
   • His promotion is dependent on his performance this year.

   Sinónimosconditionalcontingentsubject

   Antónimosindependent

3. Addicted to a substanceB2formal

   Unable to stop taking a drug or substance due to addiction.

   dependiente de sustancias

   • He became dependent on painkillers after the surgery.
   • Many people are dependent on caffeine to start their day.
   • She sought help because she was dependent on alcohol.

   Sinónimosaddictedhooked

• Sustantivo que designa a una persona que depende de otra, especialmente un familiar, para su sustento económico o cuidados.

A noun referring to a person who relies on another, especially a family member, for financial support or care.

1. Person relying on supportB1formal

   A person, especially a child or spouse, who depends on another for financial support, care, or maintenance.

   Persona dependiente

   • He listed his wife and two children as dependents on his tax return.
   • The company provides health insurance for employees and their dependents.
   • As a dependent, she is covered under her parents' policy.

   Sinónimoschargeminorward

   Antónimosbreadwinnerprovidersupporter