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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"Let's have several... at least four," he said, as he sought to promote a new bill to clearly exempt independent bread and flower shops from mandatory rest on Labour Day.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Judge Graciela Gatti Santana has asked for an independent health assessment, which was due to deliver its findings on Friday.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Waj Ali, a former member of corporate media who is now a leading voice in independent media, says it will never happen.

From Salon • May 1, 2026

But as an elected officer, the state superintendent also is independent of the state board.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Even then, however, Madison’s habitual shyness and his willingness to remain within Jefferson's shadow probably concealed the extent of his independent influence on the partnership.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis

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