noun
state of dependence; dependent state
Refers to a condition of relying on something or someone, often used in technical or formal contexts such as psychology, sociology, or addiction studies.
薬物依存状態から抜け出すのは容易ではない。
It is not easy to break free from a state of drug dependence.
経済的な依存状態が続くと、自立が難しくなる。
If a state of financial dependence continues, it becomes difficult to become independent.
Compound of 依存 (dependence) + 状態 (state, condition).