Rely

1.Meaning

When you rely on sb or sth, it means they can help you in some way, and you depend on them.

2.Parts of speech

Verb: rely on

Adjective: reliable

Adjective: reliant

Noun: reliance

3.Example sentences

1.Instead of finding a job, he is now heavily reliant (adjective) on bank loans for a living.

2.Don't believe what he says. He often lies and his words are not reliable (adjective).

3.Our reliance (noun) on computers for even the most basic things highlights how important computers have become in our lives.

4.How could you let me down by not finishing the project on time? I was relying on (verb) you.