independent

[in-di-pen-duhnt] / ˌɪn dɪˈpɛn dənt /

ADJECTIVE

liberated, free

Synonyms

STRONGEST

autonomous nonpartisan self-reliant self-sufficient separate sovereign

STRONG

absolute

WEAK

autarchic autarchical freewheeling individualistic nonaligned on one's own self-contained self-determining self-governing self-ruling self-supporting separated unaided unallied unconnected unconstrained uncontrolled unregimented

Antonyms

WEAK

dependent subordinate subservient

Example Sentences

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"Clearly, a more independent Myanmar is what India is looking for," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

We feel really good about stepping off with this independent company.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

California’s new map is “a huge deal” precisely because that math is so close, said David Wasserman, senior editor and elections analyst for the independent, nonpartisan Cook Political Report.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Everlane CEO Alfred Chang told External link the publication Retail Dive that Everlane would operate as an independent brand “staying true to our longstanding brand values, sustainability commitments, and exceptional quality.”

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

Perhaps if she better understood his systems, she could use them to make the circus more independent.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

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