reliant

/rɪˈlaɪənt/
adjective
  1. Needing someone or something in order to survive, be successful, or operate effectively; dependent.
    • Many small towns are reliant on tourism for their income.
    • The company is too reliant on a single supplier for its parts.
    • She is reliant on her parents for financial support while she studies.
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