dependent

Example:The social services agency requires that every dependent child be registered in their database.

Definition:A child who relies on parents or caregivers for support and care.

Example:Because he was injured, he could not attend the meeting, as described by the dependent clause.

Definition:A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence and must be joined to an independent clause.

Example:She is financially dependent on her parents and will continue to live with them until she can secure a job.

Definition:Reliant on another person for financial support.

Example:The patient is mentally dependent on medication to manage their anxiety.

Definition:Reliant on something or someone for mental support or assistance.

Example:The injured athlete is physically dependent on a wheelchair until their recovery is complete.

Definition:Reliant on something for physical support or assistance.