rely

Definition

To trust; to have confidence in; to depend.

Etymology

From Middle English relien, from Old French relier (“fasten, attach, rally, oblige”), from Latin religo (“fasten, bind fast”), from re- + ligo.

Example Sentences

• "I relied on "George" and "Fred"—the autopilot and the flight director—to fly the airplane while I worked my way through […]"
• "Cookieless sessions enable you to take advantage of session state without relying on browser cookies."
• "Shepard: You can't rely on anyone. Sounds harsh, but it's true. Shepard: It comes down to doing what you think is right--and damn everyone else."