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Dependence vs Dependents - What's the difference?

dependence | dependents |

As nouns the difference between dependence and dependents

is that dependence is the state of being dependent, of relying upon another while dependents is plural of dependent.

dependence

English

Noun

(en noun)
  • The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
    • He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.
  • An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
    • Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.

    Antonyms

    * independence

    Related terms

    * dependent * dependency * interdependence

    dependents

    English

    Noun

    (head)