Definition
仰仗 is a formal verb meaning 'to rely on someone's power, influence, or backing to get something done.' It often carries a slightly negative or pragmatic tone — you are leaning on someone else's authority or connections, not your own ability. It's stronger and more specific than the general 依靠 or 依赖, and is common in written or formal speech, especially when discussing relationships of patronage or dependency.
v.
to rely on (someone's power, influence, or support)to look to (someone) for backing
Examples
- 。Tā cóngxiǎo yǎngzhàng shūfù de zīzhù cái wánchéng xuéyè.He relied on his uncle's financial support to finish his studies.
- 。Zhège xiàngmù wánquán yǎngzhàng zhèngfǔ de bōkuǎn cáinéng qǐdòng.This project can only start by relying entirely on government funding.
- ，。Zài kùnnán shíqī, tā zhǐdé yǎngzhàng péngyou de bāngzhù dù guò nánguān.During tough times, he had to rely on friends' help to get through the crisis.
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