significant dependency
[sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt dɪˈpɛndənsi]
noun phrasepl: significant dependencies
dependência significativa
1. A substantial reliance on a person, substance, system, or resource that materially affects functioning or well-being
The company's significant dependency on a single supplier posed a major business risk.
A dependência significativa da empresa em um único fornecedor representava um grande risco comercial.
2. In psychology or social work, a marked condition where an individual relies heavily on another person for emotional, financial, or physical support
The therapist identified a significant dependency between the mother and adult child that needed addressing.
A terapeuta identificou uma dependência significativa entre a mãe e a filha adulta que precisava ser tratada.
3. In software engineering, a critical relationship where one module or system component requires another to function properly
The application has a significant dependency on the legacy database system.
A aplicação tem uma dependência significativa do sistema de banco de dados legado.
This phrase is commonly used in Brazilian corporate environments, particularly in risk management discussions. In the USA, it appears frequently in psychological assessments and software development documentation. The term reflects modern concerns about supply chain resilience, mental health, and system architecture stability across both cultures.
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