Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

relied

verb
/rɪˈlaɪd/
Definition
to depend on someone or something for support or help.
Examples
  • She relied on her friends for emotional support during tough times.
  • He relied heavily on his GPS to navigate through the city.
Meaning
To rely means to trust or have confidence in someone or something. It implies a level of dependence on an external source for assistance or security.
Synonyms
  • depended
  • counted on
  • trusted
  • leaned on
  • banked on