dependency
5 synonyms and 1 antonym for dependency, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A strong reliance on someone or something, especially a habit-forming substance.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use dependency
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
drug dependency
a British dependency
install a dependency
Etymology
Built from "dependent" plus "-cy," or from "depend" plus "-ency."
Full origin of dependency →Frequently asked questions
What does “dependency” mean?
The word “dependency” means a strong reliance on someone or something, especially a habit-forming substance. In plain terms, a strong reliance on something, a territory ruled by another country, or (in tech) code that other code needs to run.
How do you pronounce “dependency”?
“Dependency” is pronounced dih-PEHN-duhn-see (/dɪˈpɛndənsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “dependency” in a sentence?
Here is “dependency” used in a sentence: “The clinic specialises in treating alcohol dependency.”
What part of speech is “dependency”?
“Dependency” is a noun.
Is “dependency” a common word?
“Dependency” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “dependency” have?
“Dependency” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a strong reliance on someone or something, especially a habit-forming substance.
