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    Dépendance (en. Dependence)

    /de.pɑ̃.dɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Relationship of a person to a factor or substance that influences their behavior.
    Nicotine dependence is difficult to overcome.
    La dépendance à la nicotine est difficile à surmonter.
    State of subordination or dependence with respect to others.
    His financial dependence on his parents worries him.
    Sa dépendance financière vis-à-vis de ses parents l'inquiète.
    State resulting from physical or psychological dependence.
    Drug dependence often requires professional help.
    La dépendance aux drogues nécessite souvent une aide professionnelle.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'dependere', which means 'to hang down' or 'to degrade'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    emotional dependence
    State where a person is emotionally dependent on another.
    dépendance affective
    material dependence
    Situation of economic necessity in relation to a third party.
    dépendance matérielle

    Related Words

    independence
    State of a person or country that is not subject to external power.
    indépendance
    subordination
    State of a person or thing that is under the authority of another.
    subordination

    Slang Meanings

    Extreme dependence on a product or person.
    He is so hooked, it's a real dependence!
    Il est tellement accro, c'est une vraie dépendance !
    Dependence on technology.
    His dependence on his phone is incredible, he can't live without it.
    Sa dépendance au portable est incroyable, il ne peut pas s'en passer.