Rely: meaning, definitions and examples

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rely

[ rɪˈlaɪ ]

^{Context #1}

on someone

To depend on or trust in someone or something to provide support, help, or security.

Synonyms

count on, depend on, trust in

Examples of usage

I rely on my best friend to always be there for me.
She relies on her experience to make important decisions.
We rely on technology for communication in our modern world.

^{Context #2}

information

To believe that information is accurate and can be trusted.

Synonyms

believe, depend on, trust

Examples of usage

I rely on this source for the latest news updates.
Don't rely on rumors, always verify the information.
She relies on her intuition to guide her decisions.

^{Context #3}

on someone

The state of being able to trust someone or something.

Synonyms

confidence, dependence, trust

Examples of usage

Our relationship is built on mutual reliance.
The team's success is due to their reliance on each other.
He has a strong reliance on his family for emotional support.

Translations

Translations of the word "rely" in other languages:

🇵🇹 confiar

🇮🇳 भरोसा करना

🇩🇪 vertrauen

🇮🇩 percaya

🇺🇦 покладатися

🇵🇱 polegać

🇯🇵 頼る

🇫🇷 compter sur

🇪🇸 confiar en

🇹🇷 güvenmek

🇰🇷 신뢰하다

🇸🇦 اعتمد على

🇨🇿 spoléhat se

🇸🇰 spoliehať sa

🇨🇳 依靠

🇸🇮 zaupati

🇮🇸 treysta á

🇰🇿 сенім арту

🇬🇪 დამოკიდებული

🇦🇿 etibar etmək

🇲🇽 confiar en

Word origin

The word 'rely' originated from the Old French word 'relier', meaning 'to rally, bring together'. Over time, the meaning evolved to signify trust and dependence. The concept of reliance has been essential in human relationships and societal structures, highlighting the importance of trust and mutual support.