angewiesenen

Angewiesen is a term primarily used in German, meaning "dependent on," "reliant on," or "indicated." In a medical context, "indiziert" is the more common term for "indicated," referring to the appropriateness of a treatment or procedure for a specific condition. However, "angewiesen" can also convey a sense of necessity or indispensability. For instance, one might say a certain medication is "angewiesen" for treating a particular disease, implying it is the primary or only effective treatment.

The term can also be used in a broader, non-medical sense to describe a state of reliance. A person might be "angewiesen auf die Hilfe anderer" (dependent on the help of others) due to age, illness, or disability. Similarly, a community could be "angewiesen auf eine bestimmte Ressource" (reliant on a specific resource) for its survival or economic stability. The nuance lies in the degree of dependence, ranging from a slight preference to an absolute need. Understanding the context is crucial to correctly interpret the meaning of "angewiesen."