English

independent

ɪndɪˈpɛndənt, ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt, ˌɪndɪˈpendənt
Meaning: free from outside control; not depending on another's authority or money
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt, ˌɪndɪˈpendənt

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Example sentences

The young artist wanted to be financially independent from her parents.
The young artist wanted to be financially independent from her parents.
Independent agencies provide financial ratings for leading corporations.
Independent agencies provide financial ratings for leading corporations.
A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses.
A compound sentence contains at least two independent clauses.
The country's judicial system is independent and fair.
The country's judicial system is independent and fair.
The company hired an independent auditor to check their accounts.
The company hired an independent auditor to check their accounts.

Usage Notes

Can describe a person's character, a country's status, or the relationship between two things.

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