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Relying: meaning, definitions and examples

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relying

 

[ rɪˈlaɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

dependence, trust

Relying means depending on someone or something for support or assistance. It often implies a level of trust and confidence in the reliability of the chosen support. This term is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts.

Synonyms

counting, depending, trusting

Examples of usage

  • She is relying on her friends for emotional support.
  • Businesses are relying on technology to improve efficiency.
  • He is relying on his experience to guide him through.
  • We should start relying on renewable energy sources.

Translations

Translations of the word "relying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dependendo

🇮🇳 निर्भरता

🇩🇪 verlassend

🇮🇩 bergantung

🇺🇦 покладаючись

🇵🇱 polegając

🇯🇵 頼ること

🇫🇷 dépendant

🇪🇸 dependiendo

🇹🇷 güvenerek

🇰🇷 의존하는

🇸🇦 اعتماد

🇨🇿 spoléhat

🇸🇰 spoliehať

🇨🇳 依赖

🇸🇮 zanašanje

🇮🇸 treysta

🇰🇿 сүйену

🇬🇪 მოწვდილი

🇦🇿 etibar etmək

🇲🇽 dependiendo

Etymology

The word 'relying' originates from the Middle English term 'relien', which means ‘to rely or depend on’. This itself came from the Old French 'relier', meaning ‘to bind back’. The root can be traced further back to the Latin 'religare', from 're-' (again) and 'ligare' (to bind), literally meaning ‘to bind back’. The evolution of its meaning relates to establishing support or dependence on someone or something over time. Relying has been used in various contexts throughout its history, emphasizing trust and dependence, especially in emotional, social, and functional scenarios.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #7,947 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.