Definitions

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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On Wednesday, the organization said it would commission “a thorough independent review of the events that occurred.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

To boost revenues she also sells pantry items such as granola, rice, soft drinks and beef jerky, all from independent producers.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

A largely unknown second act came as he served as lead independent director for JPMorgan Chase, a post in which he presided over investigations and advised Chief Executive Jamie Dimon through the financial crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

A strict no-logs policy is essential, ideally one verified by recent independent audits.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

I'm going after the hard-to-reach places behind the radiator when the independent counsel arrives, promising that if I cooperate, I won't have to go to jail.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris

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