dependency

Definition

A state of dependence; a refusal to exercise initiative.

Etymology

From dependent + -cy or dependence + -y or depend + -ency.

Example Sentences

• "Frank's sullen dependency was driving his father nuts."
• "In the United States' governmental structure, the military is conceived as a dependency under the executive branch."
• "In discussing this dependency, the Board said that there was clearly such a relationship. Charles Glassman, Donovan's attorney, said "Finnerty [worked] as deputy district attorney and Donovan lived off [Finnerty's] salary.""

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