rə̇ˈlīən(t)s, rēˈ- noun
( -s )
Etymology: rely + -ance
1. : the act of relying
reliance on income tax revenues to carry government costs
2. : the condition or attitude of one who relies : dependence , confidence
reliance on promises
3. : something or someone relied upon : mainstay
long a main reliance of the administration in foreign affairs
Synonyms: see trust