de.pend.ence 也作 de.pend.ance

dependence的音标和读音：
DJ音标发音： [diˈpendəns]
KK音标发音： [dɪˈpɛndəns]

dependence的词性：
n.（名词）

1. The state of being dependent, as for support.
依赖：如为支持而依靠的状态

2. Subordination to someone or something needed or greatly desired.
依附，附属的状况：隶属于非常需要或渴望的某人或某事

3. Trust; reliance.See Synonyms at trust
信任；信赖参见 trust

4. The state of being determined, influenced, or controlled by something else.
附属：被其他事情决定、影响或控制

5. A compulsive or chronic need; an addiction:
上瘾：一种难以抑制的或长期慢性的需要；上瘾：

an alcohol dependence.
酒瘾