dependent
/dɪˈpendənt/
de · pen · dent
dɪ · ˈpend · ənt
English Definition
adj. relying on others
Significado en Español
dependiente, sujeto
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
phụ thuộc, lệ thuộc
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
depend(rely on)+ent(form).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the synonym for the word “dependent”: The young seedlings were highly dependent on regular watering for their growth.
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A
Independent
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B
Reliable
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C
Reliant
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D
Steadfast
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C — Reliant.
“dependent” means adj. relying on others
Common questions about “dependent”
What does “dependent” mean?
dependent — adj. relying on others. In Chinese: 依赖的，取决的.
How do you pronounce “dependent”?
dependent is pronounced /dɪˈpendənt/. It breaks into 3 syllables: de · pen · dent.
Is “dependent” an ISEE Middle-level word?
Yes. dependent appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers 672 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “dependent”?
depend(rely on)+ent(form).
