Dependence
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
Scrabble:16 ptsWWF:20 pts10 letters
Definition of Dependence
noun
- The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
"He had a deep dependence on her for guidance."
- An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
"Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin."
Anagrams of Dependence
No exact anagrams found for "dependence". This word has a unique letter combination.
Related Word Patterns
Synonyms & Antonyms
ANTONYMS
Letter Values
d2
e1
p3
e1
n1
d2
e1
n1
c3
e1
Total: 16 Scrabble points
Rhymes With Dependence
Word Validity & Sources
SOWPODS (International Scrabble): Valid
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble): Valid
Words With Friends: Valid
Last verified: December 2024
Dictionary data sourced from SOWPODS (178,691 words), combining TWL (Tournament Word List) and the Collins Scrabble Words dictionary. Definitions from Free Dictionary API and Wordnik.
About the Word "Dependence"
Dependence is a 10-letter word that scores 16 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends.
Using "Dependence" in Word Games
When playing Scrabble or Words With Friends, "dependence" is a high-scoring word.