dependence
Similar to 'great dependence', often used in economic or resource contexts.
Indicates a high degree of reliance on something or someone.
Reliance related to money, trade, and the economy.
Indicates that the level of reliance is increasing.
Synonymous with 'growing dependence'.
Refers to a state where reliance has become greater than before.
Specifically refers to reliance on someone for money or financial support.
Synonymous with 'complete dependence'.
Emphasizes a total reliance, leaving no room for independence.
A degree of reliance that is considered too much or unhealthy.
Refers to a state of reliance that persists over time.
Reliance on someone for physical care or, in a medical context, the body's need for a substance.
A situation where two or more parties rely on each other.
Emphasizes a complete and unconditional reliance.
Reliance on someone for emotional support and validation.
A mental or emotional craving for a substance or behavior.
A state of psychological or physical addiction to a drug.
A medical condition characterized by a compulsive and uncontrolled consumption of alcohol.
A general term for addiction to any psychoactive substance, such as drugs or alcohol.
Addiction to nicotine, typically from tobacco products.
Used to specify the substance of addiction (e.g., dependence on alcohol).
The most common preposition used to indicate what is being relied upon.
A more formal or traditional alternative to 'on'.
To make the level of reliance smaller; to become more independent.
To be in a state of relying on someone or something.
To make the level of reliance greater.