depend on Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb be contingent on
   hinge upon; turn on; devolve on; ride; hinge on; depend upon.
   
   • The outcomes rides on the results of the election
   • Your grade will depends on your homework
2. verb put trust in with confidence
   rely upon; rely on; depend upon.
   
   • she is someone you can really rely on when times get rough
   • you can rely on his discretion
3. verb be dependent on, as for support or maintenance
   rely on.
   
   • elderly parents often depend on their adult children

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