dependence
/dɪˈpɛndəns/ sustantivo B2En español: dependencia
- The state of being dependent, of relying upon another. · He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.
- An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance. · Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.
Plural dependences
De la biblioteca
I, indeed, who have experienced with what speed you run away, know right well that no dependence can be placed on your valor.”
The more I see of the world the more am I dissatisfied with it; and every day confirms my belief of the inconsistency of all human characters, and of the little dependence that can be placed on the appearance of either merit or sense.
A younger son, you know, must be inured to self-denial and dependence.”
Now, seriously, what have you ever known of self-denial and dependence?
Aprende dependence en textos reales
Con una cuenta gratuita, pasa el cursor sobre cualquier palabra de la biblioteca para ver su significado, escúchala en voz alta, guarda palabras para repasarlas al ritmo de tu memoria y descubre cuánto de cada libro ya conoces.