C1
dependence vs dependency
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| dependencenoun/dɪˈpen.dəns/ | Meaning a state of needing someone or something to survive, succeed or feel normal | Goes with dependence on | Example The country wants to reduce its dependence on imported oil. |
| dependencynoun/dɪˈpen.dən.si/ | Meaning a state of needing something or someone, especially a drug, in order to live normally | Goes with drug dependency | Example Doctors worry about the growing dependency on painkillers among older patients. |
Which word fits?
1 of 4Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Trade creates mutual between nations.