Word: Dependent Upon
Definition: "Dependent upon" is an adjective that means something relies on or is determined by something else. It shows that one thing cannot happen or exist without another thing.
Usage Instructions: You can use "dependent upon" when you want to describe a situation where one thing is influenced or controlled by another. It often comes with a noun or a phrase following it to specify what it depends on.
Examples: 1. "The success of the project is dependent upon the funding we receive." 2. "Her happiness is dependent upon the support of her friends."
Advanced Usage: In more complex sentences, "dependent upon" can be used in formal writing or discussions, especially in academic or professional contexts. For example: - "The outcomes of the experiment are dependent upon the accuracy of the measurements taken."
Word Variants: - Dependent (adjective): Not needing "upon" but still means relying on something. - Example: "She is dependent on her parents for financial support." - Depend (verb): The action of relying on something. - Example: "I depend on public transportation to get to work."
Different Meanings: - Dependent: Can also refer to someone who relies on another for support, such as a child who is dependent on their parents. - Dependent Variable: In science, this refers to a variable that depends on other factors in an experiment.
Synonyms: - Conditional on - Contingent upon - Relying on - Based on
Idioms: - "On the fence" - This means to be undecided, which can relate to being dependent upon making a choice. - "Bite the bullet" - To face a difficult situation, which can sometimes be dependent upon making tough decisions.
Phrasal Verbs: - "Count on": This means to rely on someone or something. - Example: "I can always count on you for help." - "Lean on": This means to depend on someone for support.