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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Because the most obvious alternative—an independent intermediary that simply tells claimants what their case is worth and facilitates settlement for a modest flat fee—has been effectively blocked.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

"I would not have made that choice myself", she told a press conference, but "the Biennale is an independent body".

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

LIV Golf announced Thursday that it has established a new independent board that will attempt to keep the league afloat utilizing a “diversified, multi-partner investment model.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

This story about student debt relief was produced by the Hechinger Report, a nonprofit, independent news organization focused on inequality and innovation in education.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

I wish Willa could see how independent I’m being.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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