Synonyms of dependent

dependent 1 of 2

adjective

1

as in dangling

extending freely from a support from above

the dependent willow branches swayed in the gentle breeze

Synonyms & Similar Words

• dangling
• hanging
• pendant
• suspended
• pendent
• sagging
• pendulous
• flagging
• wilting
• drooping
• lolling

2

as in conditional

determined by something else

our going to the movies tonight is dependent on whether or not we have any money left after we eat out

Synonyms & Similar Words

• conditional
• tentative
• subject (to)
• contingent (on or upon)
• limited
• liable
• restricted
• susceptible
• uncertain
• problematical
• qualified
• modified
• problematic
• debatable
• questionable
• doubtful
• open
• suspect
• shaky
• iffy
• disputable
• shady
• doubtable

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• independent
• unconditional
• total
• perfect
• complete
• ultimate
• simple
• absolute
• unconditional
• basic
• categorical
• unqualified
• outright
• primary
• fundamental
• unequivocal
• utter
• basal
• consummate
• unmitigated
• unadulterated
• unalloyed
• categoric
• out-and-out
• all-out
• arrant

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• independent
• unconditional
• total
• perfect
• complete
• ultimate
• simple
• absolute
• unconditional
• basic
• categorical
• unqualified
• outright
• primary
• fundamental
• unequivocal
• utter
• basal
• consummate
• unmitigated
• unadulterated
• unalloyed
• categoric
• out-and-out
• all-out
• arrant

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dependent

2 of 2

noun

as in parasite

Synonyms & Similar Words

• parasite
• leech
• free rider
• moocher
• sponge
• freeloader
• hanger-on
• sponger
• satellite
• toady
• flunkey
• lackey
• sycophant
• henchman
• miser
• bloodsucker
• niggard
• flunkie
• stooge
• skinflint
• cheapskate
• tightwad
• yes-man
• flunky
• deadbeat
• idler
• piker
• scrooge

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• supporter
• benefactor
• philanthropist

• supporter
• benefactor
• philanthropist