pendency

/pɛnˈdɛnsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The state of being dependent or dependent on something or someone.

“The financial pendency of the company made it difficult to secure funding.”

2. noun

A condition of being in a state of dependence or uncertainty.

“The pendency of the decision left the team in a state of limbo.”

3. noun

A state of being in suspense or a state of uncertainty.

“The pendency of the election results kept everyone on edge.”

Synonyms

  • dependence
  • dependency
  • uncertainty

Antonyms

  • certainty
  • independence