godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
lean against; lean on; recline on
Physical sense: resting one's weight against something for support. Often used with 壁 (wall), 椅子 (chair), 机 (desk), etc.
彼は壁に寄り掛かって立っていた。
He was standing leaning against the wall.
疲
Exhausted, I leaned back in the chair.
godan verb (-ru), intransitive verb
Figurative sense: depending on someone emotionally, financially, or for support. Often used with 人 (person) or 親 (parent).
彼はいつも親に寄り掛かってばかりいる。
He is always relying on his parents.
あまり人に寄り掛からないで、自分で考えなさい。
Don't lean on others too much; think for yourself.