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

Desperate for answers, Reeder is depending on detectives investigating his daughter’s disappearance to crack the case. — Amanda Musa, CNN Money, 16 Aug. 2026

That trial is scheduled to begin next month, but could be pushed back or canceled altogether depending on what the judge decides. — ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

But with fewer midweek fixtures this season due to their failure to qualify for European football, Alonso’s setup is surely going to adapt depending on the opponents anyway. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026

The donor’s reasoning gets examined at length; the communities depending on the outcome are treated as a destination, not a party to the decision. — Vandana Arcot, Fortune, 14 Aug. 2026

How long the trip can take varies depending on traffic, as Zion draws more than 17,000 visitors daily at peak season and over 4 million per year. — Nancy Forster-Holt, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2026

The Analysis Must Be Stakeholder-Specific The same information may have different relevance depending on the audience. — Miami Herald, 14 Aug. 2026

In addition to the mortgage payment, including escrow, and depending on the property details, homebuyers should also budget for utilities, maintenance, repairs and any HOA fees, as these costs can significantly affect overall home affordability. — Deane Biermeier, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026

Add word or picture labels (depending on your kids’ age) to storage bins and baskets to maintain a neat and organized space. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 8 Aug. 2026