Synonyms of depending

depending

verb

present participle of depend

1

as in basing

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

• basing
• turning
• riding
• resting
• hanging
• hinging
• staying
• establishing
• founding
• grounding

2

as in relying

to place reliance or trust

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• relying
• counting
• leaning
• standing on
• calculating
• looking to
• trusting
• calling on
• banking on
• figuring on
• reckoning
• confiding
• committing
• entrusting

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• questioning
• suspecting
• distrusting
• mistrusting

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of depending

Closing timelines can also vary depending on the lender with which Quicken Loans pairs you. — Dan Simms, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

As a result, unlike their civilian counterparts, some troops can see their paychecks change many times a year, depending on many factors — something that also increases the likelihood of errors. — Jack Brook, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026

As a result, unlike their civilian counterparts, some troops can see their paychecks change many times a year depending on many factors — something that also increases the likelihood of errors. — Jack Brook, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026

Water use can vary widely from one data center to another, depending on the size of the facility and how it is cooled. — Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 4 Sep. 2026

He has previously been used (and scored twice) as a centre-forward against Chelsea, and depending on the game state, another cameo could be welcomed. — Thom Harris, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026

For some, a swipe of mascara (brown or black, depending on your preference) is all that’s needed, while others may prefer a pull of liner for some additional definition. — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026

For comparison, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world’s largest foundry, began mass-producing 7nm chips in 2018 and can achieve yields exceeding 90%, depending on factors including chip design and die size. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026

Start with your seller’s discretionary earnings or EBITDA, depending on your business size, not your revenue line. — Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026