Definition of Codependent

attached to another person and reliant on them, usually emotionally or in an unhealthy way

Examples of Codependent in a sentence

Because he is so codependent on his caregivers, the sick man looks to them to meet all of his needs.  🔊

The codependent wife can’t imagine a life without her alcoholic husband, even though he is abusive.  🔊

Some codependent relationships involve parents who rely on their children as if they were their romantic partners.  🔊

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