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Dependence Definition & Meaning

dependence
noun
  1. the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else
  2. being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)

"Dependence" in song lyrics

See how dependence is used in real songs:

  • "and hug that good leaf on the way to damaged packages, dependence"
    AesopROCK — 6B Panorama
  • "I drink, I smoke, I got a drug dependence"
    Pegz — No Attachments
  • "Funny how ignorance is linked to dependence"
    Wismen — Tarantula's Web

Usage tips for "dependence"

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Frequently asked questions

What does dependence mean?
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)
What part of speech is dependence?
Dependence is a noun.
How many definitions does dependence have?
Dependence has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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