Synonyms for Dependent
Definition of dependent
- adjective
- relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed; "dependent children"; "dependent on moisture"
- contingent on something else
- (of a clause) unable to stand alone syntactically as a complete sentence; "a subordinate (or dependent) clause functions as a noun or adjective or adverb within a sentence"
15 synonyms found
Writing tips for "dependent"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like addicted, bloodsucking, conditional can replace "dependent" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 15 alternatives available, "dependent" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Dependent" in song lyrics
See how dependent is used in real songs:
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"and by pretentious, pretendin that they not dependent"
Akir — Apocalypse -
"99 his mother became dependent"
Big Quarters — Song for Brown Babies -
"Not a rent tenant, Daddy's one dependent"
Bolo Gah f/ Amy Renee, Begga Ooh, Jim Kelly — Two Things