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Dependent

Definition:

Dependent (adjective) - feeling sad, hopeless, or discouraged; lacking self-confidence or motivation.

Dependent (noun) - a person who relies on another for support, especially financial support.

Examples:

Adjective:

1. After failing his exam, John felt depondent and doubted his abilities.
2. The rainy weather made Sally feel depondent and unwilling to leave the house.
3. She became increasingly depondent as her dream of becoming an actress faded away.

Noun:

1. Many elderly people rely on their children to provide for them; they are considered dependents.
2. The charity organization provides financial aid to the dependents of deceased veterans.
3. As a single mother, she had to work multiple jobs to support her dependents.

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