Dependence vs. Dependance

Dependence vs. Dependance — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Dependence and Dependance

Dependencenoun

The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.

He had a deep dependence on her for guidance.

Dependancenoun

(archaic) dependence

Dependencenoun

An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.

Her dependence on cocaine led to her ruin.

Dependancenoun

misspelling of dependence

Dependencenoun

lack of independence or self-sufficiency

Dependancenoun

lack of independence or self-sufficiency

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Dependencenoun

being abnormally tolerant to and dependent on something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming (especially alcohol or narcotic drugs)