Basic Details
Word: Dependent
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Relying on someone or something else; not able to exist or function without support.
Synonyms: Reliant, contingent, subordinate
Antonyms: Independent, self-sufficient, autonomous
Idioms and Phrases
- Dependent on others: Relying on other people for help or support. Example: "He is too dependent on others for his decisions."
- In a dependent relationship: A situation where one person relies heavily on another for emotional or physical support. Example: "Her friend felt she was in a dependent relationship, needing support all the time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Many children are dependent on their parents for guidance and support as they grow up.
Example 2: The company has become dependent on technology to remain competitive in the market.
Example 3: After the accident, she was dependent on her friends and family for assistance while recovering.
Fun Fact
The word "dependent" comes from the Latin word "dependere," which means "to hang from." This reflects the idea of relying on something else for support or sustenance.
Famous Quote
"No one is a failure who is enjoying life." - William Feather (implying that being dependent on joy rather than society's measures can lead to true success).
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "dependent" mean?
a) Able to do things alone
b) Relying on someone or something else
c) Strong and confident
d) Leading a group
Answer: b) Relying on someone or something else
2. Which of these is a synonym of "dependent"?
a) Independent
b) Reliant
c) Autonomous
d) Self-sufficient
Answer: b) Reliant
3. Which of these is an antonym of "dependent"?
a) Relinquished
b) Modified
c) Independent
d) Attached
Answer: c) Independent
4. Which sentence uses "dependent" correctly?
a) He was dependent on his computer to do his homework.
b) She felt dependent and decided to be alone for a while.
c) They are independent thinkers and always question authority.
d) The cat was dependent with an umbrella.
Answer: a) He was dependent on his computer to do his homework.
5. Which idiom means someone relying on others?
a) Standing on one's own two feet.
b) Dependent on others.
c) A lone wolf.
d) A happy camper.
Answer: b) Dependent on others.
