dependent on sb/sth
prep. phr..prep. phr.. to need someone or something to survive, succeed, or work correctly.
prep. phr.. describing a state of reliance where the subject's existence, function, or success is contingent upon an external agent or factor.
The baby is completely dependent on her parents.
The local economy is heavily dependent on tourism, so the winter months are often very quiet.
Modern infrastructure has become increasingly dependent on satellite technology, making the global economy vulnerable to solar flares and cyberattacks.
usually follows the verb 'to be' and requires the preposition 'on' before the object.
contrast with the verb 'depend on'; while the meaning is identical, 'dependent' is an adjective and requires a linking verb like 'be' or 'become'.
It is dependent of the weather.It is dependent on the weather.the adjective 'dependent' always takes the preposition 'on', never 'of'.