依
rely on; comply; according to
Meanings
4 senses · 20 examplesverb
to rely on; to depend on; to be close to
Often used in idioms to express close physical proximity or emotional dependence.
Lips and teeth depend on each other, inseparable.
This village lies close to the mountains and by the water, with beautiful scenery.
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They have depended on each other for survival since childhood, with deep affection.
The old person has no one to rely on and lives in great hardship.
These two organisms depend on each other for existence, forming a symbiotic relationship.
verb
to comply with; to consent; to agree to
Often used in negative constructions or to express stubborn refusal to comply.
We advised him to rest, but he simply would not comply no matter what.
The child refused to give up and insisted on buying that toy.
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She completely refused to agree to this proposal and firmly opposed it.
In the end, he still complied with his parents' arrangements.
She is always completely obedient to her husband.
preposition
according to; in accordance with; based on
Used to introduce the basis or standard for an action or judgment.
Please enter in sequence according to your order.
We must handle affairs according to the law.
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In my view, handling it this way is acceptable.
We will handle this issue in accordance with convention.
Please make a judgment based on the facts.
proper noun
surname Yi
Used as a family name.
Mr. Yi is a famous scholar.
There is a classmate with the surname Yi in our class.
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Professor Yi will come to give a lecture tomorrow.
Ms. Yi works in a government department.
Please have Dr. Yi check your health.