Questions about example sentences with, and the definition and usage of "Reliant"

A: They’re the same thing, but “rely on” is more common in speech. “Reliant on” feels more formal and a bit too deep.

A: Reliant is an adjective which means it describes something

Relying is a verb which means it is an action. In most cases relying on and depending on can be used in the same way.

A: reliant means you need to be dependent on someone else.

so for example, in a situation where you are told to do something you’re unfamiliar with: if you are reliant, you’re relying on someone to do it for you. if you are confident you would be willing to learn it yourself

A: They mean the same thing. They are even used in each other's definitions.

A: Reliant is used to say you depend on or require something or someone. Reliable is used to say something or someone is dependable, something that you can count on.