interdependence

Sometimes inter·de·penden·cy

[in-ter-di-pen-duhns]

noun

1. the quality or condition of being interdependent, or mutually reliant on each other.

   Globalization of economies leads to an ever-increasing interdependence of countries.

interdependence

/ ˌɪntədɪˈpɛndəns /

noun

1. dependence between two or more people, groups, or things

   the interdependence of economies

interdependence

1. In economics, the concept that all prices are to some degree affected by all other prices and also that all markets are affected by all other markets.

Other Word Forms

• interdependency noun
• noninterdependence noun
• noninterdependency noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of interdependence¹

inter- + dependence

Example Sentences

This new order would increase economic activity and prosperity, forge partnerships that enhance economic interdependence and shared growth, and encourage freedom of thought, movement, work, and expression.

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A final theme emerges here as well: the tension between nationalism and globalism, independence and interdependence.

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He recommended future projects should be governed by a "clear framework that recognises the interdependence of security, health and safety, access, value for money and reputation".

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The ending is great and the build up to it, though draggy, gives you space to think about the interdependence between our species.

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“Their work reflects the deepest values of our communities: compassion, service and interdependence,” Jurado said.

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Related Words

• interconnection 
• interrelationship www.thesaurus.com
• linkage