Interdependent: meaning, definitions and examples

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interdependent

 

[ ˌɪntərdɪˈpendənt ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

working together

Dependent on each other; mutually dependent. Interconnected and interdependent systems.

Synonyms

associated, interconnected, mutually dependent, related

Examples of usage

  • The two countries are interdependent economically.
  • Ecology teaches us that all living things are interdependent.
  • Our success is interdependent on each other's contributions.
Context #2 | Noun

relationship

A relationship between two or more people or things that depend on each other. The state of being mutually reliant on each other.

Synonyms

mutual dependence, mutual reliance, reciprocal relationship

Examples of usage

  • The interdependent of the two companies allows for a successful partnership.
  • The interdependent between the environment and human health is crucial.
  • Teamwork requires a high level of interdependent among team members.

Translations

Translations of the word "interdependent" in other languages:

🇵🇹 interdependente

🇮🇳 परस्पर निर्भर

🇩🇪 wechselseitig abhängig

🇮🇩 saling bergantung

🇺🇦 взаємозалежний

🇵🇱 wzajemnie zależny

🇯🇵 相互依存

🇫🇷 interdépendant

🇪🇸 interdependiente

🇹🇷 karşılıklı bağımlı

🇰🇷 상호 의존적인

🇸🇦 متداخل

🇨🇿 vzájemně závislý

🇸🇰 vzájomne závislý

🇨🇳 相互依存

🇸🇮 medsebojno odvisen

🇮🇸 gagnkvæmt háður

🇰🇿 өзара тәуелді

🇬🇪 ურთიერთდამოკიდებული

🇦🇿 qarşılıqlı asılı

🇲🇽 interdependiente

Etymology

The word 'interdependent' is derived from the prefix 'inter-' meaning 'between' or 'among', and the word 'dependent' meaning 'relying on or requiring someone or something for aid, support, or the like'. The concept of interdependence has been recognized throughout history in various fields such as sociology, ecology, and economics. It highlights the interconnectedness and reliance between different entities, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and mutual support.

See also: depend, dependability, dependable, dependably, dependence, dependency, dependent, dependently, independence, independency, independent, interdependence, undependable, undependably.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,153, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.