rely

/ˈrɛlaɪ, ˈriːlaɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to depend on or have confidence in something or someone for support, help, or guidance

“The company relies on its employees to meet the quarterly targets.”

2. noun

a feeling of trust or dependence on something or someone

“Her reliance on her instincts helped her make a good decision.”

3. verb

to place reliance or trust in something or someone

“She relies heavily on her research before making a decision.”

4. verb

to be dependent on something or someone for support, help, or guidance

“The project relies on the latest software technology to succeed.”

5. noun

a person or thing on which something else depends or relies

“The team’s reliance on their star player was a crucial factor in their success.”

Synonyms

  • count on
  • depend
  • trust

Antonyms

  • disregard
  • distrust