Independent: meaning, definitions and examples
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independent
[ ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt ]
of a person or organization
Not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.
Synonyms
autonomous, self-reliant, unbiased
Examples of usage
- He is known for his independent thinking.
- The company operates independently of any external influences.
- She is a fiercely independent woman.
of a country
Free from outside control; not depending on another's authority.
Synonyms
autonomous, self-governing, sovereign
Examples of usage
- The country became independent from colonial rule.
- They strive to maintain their independent status.
politics
A candidate or voter who does not belong to a political party.
Synonyms
neutral, nonpartisan, unaffiliated
Examples of usage
- She decided to register as an independent for the upcoming election.
Translations
Translations of the word "independent" in other languages:
🇵🇹 independente
🇮🇳 स्वतंत्र
🇩🇪 unabhängig
🇮🇩 mandiri
🇺🇦 незалежний
🇵🇱 niezależny
🇯🇵 独立した (dokuritsushita)
🇫🇷 indépendant
🇪🇸 independiente
🇹🇷 bağımsız
🇰🇷 독립적인 (doglibjeog-in)
🇸🇦 مستقل (mustaqil)
🇨🇿 nezávislý
🇸🇰 nezávislý
🇨🇳 独立的 (dúlì de)
🇸🇮 neodvisen
🇮🇸 sjálfstæður
🇰🇿 тәуелсіз
🇬🇪 დამოუკიდებელი (damoukidebeli)
🇦🇿 müstəqil
🇲🇽 independiente
Etymology
The word 'independent' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'independēns', which means 'not hanging down'. It has evolved over time to signify freedom from external control or influence. The concept of independence has played a crucial role in various aspects of human life, from personal autonomy to political sovereignty.
See also: depend, dependability, dependable, dependably, dependence, dependency, dependent, dependently, independence, independency, interdependence, interdependent, undependable, undependably.