What is another word for dependent state?
Pronunciation: [dɪpˈɛndənt stˈe͡ɪt] (IPA) 
A dependent state is a political entity that relies on another country or state for support, protection, or resources. There are several synonyms to this term, such as satellite state, client state, vassal state, and protectorate. A satellite state refers to a country that is politically and economically dependent on another powerful state, while a client state is a nation that pays tribute to a more dominant state in exchange for protection. A vassal state, on the other hand, is a political entity that pledges allegiance to a more powerful ruler or state, often in a feudal or historical context. A protectorate describes a country or state that is controlled or administered by a dominant power.
