adjective
- relying too much on someone or something else for support, help, or guidance
Examples
- The teenager became overdependent on his parents and couldn’t make simple decisions alone.
- Many countries are overdependent on oil imports for their energy needs.
- She realized she was overdependent on her smartphone for entertainment.
- The company’s overdependent relationship with one supplier created serious risks.
- Children who are overdependent on their parents may struggle in college.
- The region’s economy is overdependent on tourism revenue.