dependent

B1
Pronunciation
/dɪˈpɛndənt/
Noun
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

One who relies on another for support

Example Sentences
  • With two children and an ailing mother, she had three dependents in all.
2 Definition

(grammar) An element in phrase or clause structure that is not the head. Includes complements, modifiers and determiners.

3 Definition

(grammar) The aorist subjunctive or subjunctive perfective: a form of a verb not used independently but preceded by a particle to form the negative or a tense form. Found in Greek and in the Gaelic languages.

Adjective
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

Relying upon; depending upon.

Example Sentences
  • At that point I was dependent on financial aid for my tuition.
2 Definition

Having a probability that is affected by the outcome of a separate event.

3 Definition

(of Scottish Gaelic, Manx and Irish verb forms) Used in questions, negative sentences and after certain particles and prepositions.

4 Definition

Affecting the lower part of the body, such as the legs while standing up, or the back while supine.

5 Definition

Hanging down.

Example Sentences
  • a dependent bough or leaf