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dependence Synonyms

Another word for dependence

Choosing another word for dependence depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else.

Usage Example

"The country is working to reduce its economic dependency on imported fossil fuels."

Strongest
dependency
reliance
Strong
need
Weak
helplessness
subordination

• noun (Context 2)

A physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, such as a drug or alcohol.

Usage Example

"Long-term use of the prescribed medication can lead to physical addiction."

Strongest
addiction
dependency
Strong
habituation
craving

• noun (Context 3)

Confidence or trust in a person or thing to provide support or assistance.

Usage Example

"Do not place too much reliance on his promises until the contract is signed."

Strongest
reliance
trust
Strong
confidence
faith

Opposites of dependence

The opposite of dependence shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

independence
mistrust
self-reliance
distrust
self-sufficiency
autonomy
abstinence
sobriety
See all opposites of dependence

• Nearby Words

dependable
dependableness
dependably
dependence
dependency
dependent
dependently

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Dependence. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/dependence
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