Synonyms for

Dependents

Verb / dɪˈpendʌnts / Another word for dependents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Dependents are people who rely on someone else for financial or emotional support.

Synonyms & similar words

dependant dependent relatives children spouse siblings kin offspring heirs ward relies hinges expects needs requires demands

Example sentences

  1. My mom and dad are my dependents.
  2. I have two younger siblings who are my dependents.
  3. My grandma relies on my mom for support, so she is her dependent.
  4. The child's guardians are responsible for their dependents.
  5. He takes care of his dependents by providing for their needs.

Quotes

  • Family: where life begins and love never ends.
  • The love of a family is life's greatest blessing.
  • A happy family is but an earlier heaven.

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