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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In its announcement this week, the company said it is partnering with more independent hotels in 20 top destinations, including New York, London and Singapore.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Stung by years of losses, the independent fashion brand appointed retail veteran Ewan Venters as its executive chairman late last year in a bid to turn things around.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Chesky argued that boutique and independent hotels account for 60 percent of hotel rooms around the world and his company wants to team up with them.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

The Trust has now committed to carry out a fresh investigation through a new and independent panel.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Isabella’s mom likes to remind all three of us to be strong independent women.

From "A Good Kind of Trouble" by Lisa Moore Ramée

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