Simon Mainwaring

Perhaps the most powerful lesson other brands can learn from Nike is the need to act in accordance with the reality of the world we live in. In a mutually dependant, intimately connected global community facing several major crises, brands need to operate with an expanded definition of self-interest that includes the greater good.

Businessman

Evan Davis

For years, we've grown dependant on American consumers as the world's spenders of last resort. They've kept Europe out of recession, allowed China to industrialise, and prevented global deflation. But at the same time, they've not been looking after their own futures.

British Economist

Jack Dee

I tried to be as thorough as I can, but there is a responsibility that we all have, especially with something like AA which is dependant on anonymity. Once you start banging on about it the whole time, you are potentially damaging the whole concept of it.

British Comedian

William Hague

Well, if you're looking for me to lead a normal representative life, well good luck finding a foreign secretary who'd be like that - totally dependant on the political system and has never earned any money. Then you'll get the politicians you deserve.

British Politician

Anne Reid

I'm not really emotionally dependant on anybody except my son, my daughter-in-law, and my grandchildren. But a partner... I haven't felt like that for so many years, I don't really remember what it was like.

English Actress

William Lloyd Garrison

Are right and wrong convertible terms, dependant upon popular opinion?

American Journalist

Neena Gupta

I've always decided that I would never be dependant on a man.

Indian Actress

Leonardo da Vinci

Our body is dependant on Heaven and Heaven on the Spirit.

Italian Artist

Often used when discussing who financially provides for someone, like in legal or tax contexts.

Financial Support

Highlights a lack of independence of the dependant due to age, disability, or other reasons.

Not Independent

Commonly refers to children or young adults who are still supported by their guardians.

Age Related

In addition to financial aid, 'dependant' may also imply emotional reliance on someone.

Emotional Support

'Dependant' may change meaning slightly depending on the context it is used in, such as emotional, financial, or practical contexts.

Context Sensitive

Can refer to animals or entities that require support, not just people.