Dependence and Independence

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Dependence

Dependence noun - The quality or state of needing something or someone.
Usage example: a baby's total dependence upon his or her parents for every one of life's needs
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Independence is an antonym for dependence.
Nearby Words: dependent, dependable, depend, dependency, dependant

Independence

Independence noun - The ability to care for one's self.
Usage example: children are supposed to achieve some measure of independence by the time they are 18—so it's time for that 30-year-old to move out!
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Antonyms for Independence
Dependence is an antonym for independence in topics: freedom, liberty.
Nearby Words: independent, independently, independency
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female female dependence female independence
physical physical dependence physical independence
complete complete dependence complete independence
true true dependence true independence
Other adjectives: internal, mutual, greater, cultural, economic.
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