Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mutually-interdependent
adjective
/ˈmjuːtʃuəli ˌɪntəˈdɛpəndənt/
Definition
Characterized by a relationship where two or more entities rely on each other for support or functioning.
Examples
- In a mutually-interdependent ecosystem, the survival of one species often hinges on the presence of another.
- The economy is mutually-interdependent, where businesses and consumers rely on each other to thrive.
Meaning
The term describes a situation in which two parties exist in a way that they depend on one another for their success or survival.
Synonyms
- interconnected
- interrelated
- co-dependent
