Synonyms for
Depends
Definition
to be determined by something else; to rely on
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- depends on
- depends heavily on
- depends largely on
- depends entirely on
- depends critically on
- depends ultimately on
- depends significantly on
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'depend' is almost always followed by the preposition 'on' or 'upon'. Avoid using 'depends' to mean 'independent'.
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Example sentences
- Whether we go to the park or the beach depends on how hot it is.
- The success of the project depends on everyone working together.
- I can't make plans until I know what time my flight arrives because it depends on the airline schedule.
- The outcome of the game depends on how well our team plays.
Quotes
The only thing that stands between a man and what he wants from life is often merely the will to try it and the faith to believe that it is possible. - Richard M. Devos
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston S. Churchill
The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. - Franklin D. Roosevelt