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Synonyms
de·pen·dence,
also de·pen·dance (dĭ-pĕńdəns)

noun 

  1. The state of being dependent, as for support.
    1. Subordination to someone or something needed or greatly desired.
    2. Trust; reliance. See synonyms at trust
  3. The state of being determined, influenced, or controlled by something else.
  4. A compulsive or chronic need; an addiction: an alcohol dependence.