Dependent and Leechlike

Dependent

Dependent adjective - Relying on or requiring a person or thing for support, supply, or what is needed.
Usage example: dependent children

Leechlike and dependent are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Leechlike" instead an adjective "Dependent".

Leechlike

Leechlike adjective - Of plants or persons; having the nature or habits of a parasite or leech; living off another.
Usage example: his indolent leechlike existence
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Dependent and leechlike are semantically related. You can use "Dependent" instead an adjective "Leechlike".
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