This is the 1550th most frequent Chinese word.
依
"依" means "to depend on," "to rely on," or "according to."
In this sentence, '依' is part of the word '依然', meaning 'still' where it denotes continuity or persistence.
我依然相信他的能力。
I still believe in his ability.
'依' in '依靠' means 'depend on' or 'rely on', indicating dependence or trust in a resource.
无论情况如何，他总是依靠自己的力量解决。
Regardless of the situation, he always relies on his own strength to solve problems.
The word '依' here means 'in accordance with' or 'following' where it suggests an order.