Depend

/dɪˈpɛnd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to be determined, influenced, or controlled by someone or something.

The success of the project will depend largely on the team's ability to collaborate.

to rely on someone or something for support or help.

She had to depend on her friends for support during tough times.

to be contingent upon something.

Whether we go hiking tomorrow will depend on the weather.

Middle English: from Old French 'depender', from Latin 'dependere', from 'de-' meaning down and 'pendere' meaning to hang.

depend on it

to be sure about something

dependable

trustworthy and reliable

depends on

is contingent upon or relies on

dependable

able to be relied upon; trustworthy

dependence

the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something

on the fence

I'm on the fence about going to the party; I depend on my friends' vibes.

hang tight

If you hang tight, we can depend on a good outcome.