Synonyms of depend

depend

verb

di-ˈpend 

1

as in to base

to be determined by, based on, or subject (to)

whether or not we play baseball will depend on how much rain we get

Synonyms & Similar Words

• base
• turn
• hinge
• ride
• rest
• hang
• found
• establish
• stay
• ground

2

as in to rely

to place reliance or trust

I know I can always depend on you for help when I really need it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rely
• count
• call upon
• stand on
• lean
• calculate
• look to
• call on
• trust
• reckon
• bank on
• confide
• entrust
• figure on
• intrust
• commit

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• suspect
• question
• distrust
• mistrust

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of depend

Both facilities are targeting first light before the end of this decade, but this will depend on funding and how smoothly construction proceeds. —Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 13 May 2025

Choosing which is better for you one depends on your goals, fitness level, and daily routine. —Julie Scott, Verywell Health, 13 May 2025

Silicon Valley’s workforce, economy and future depend on it. —Cynthia Teniente-Matson, Mercury News, 13 May 2025

Trump, Biden allies divided over GDP report 'Pandemic-like shortages' if nothing changes Whether U.S. consumers will face shortages depends largely on what happens over the next few weeks. —Rachel Barber, USA Today, 1 May 2025