B2
dependence vs dependent
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. |
| dependentadjective/dɪˈpen.dənt/ | Meaning needing someone or something for support, or affected by something else | Goes with dependent on | Example Many old people in the countryside are dependent on their children for money. |
Which word fits?
1 of 2Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Trade creates mutual between nations.