Synonyms for

Depends

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

Definition

to be determined by something else; to rely on

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

hinges relies rests is contingent upon

Informal

comes down to is up to boils down to

Literary

hangs on is subject to

Antonyms

independent self-sufficient autonomous unaffected uninfluenced free uncontrolled

Common collocations

  • depends on
  • depends heavily on
  • depends largely on
  • depends entirely on
  • depends critically on
  • depends ultimately on
  • depends significantly on

Word family

noun dependence
verb depend
adjective dependent
adverb dependently

Usage note

The verb 'depend' is almost always followed by the preposition 'on' or 'upon'. Avoid using 'depends' to mean 'independent'.

Example sentences

  1. Whether we go to the park or the beach depends on how hot it is.
  2. The success of the project depends on everyone working together.
  3. I can't make plans until I know what time my flight arrives because it depends on the airline schedule.
  4. 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

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