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Comparative
more independent
Superlative
most independent
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able to do things as one wants without needing help from others
- She's an independent woman, capable of making her own decisions and taking care of herself.
- Despite her young age, she's quite independent, managing her own finances and responsibilities.
- He's known for his independent spirit, preferring to work alone rather than in a team.
- The independent artist pursued her passion without seeking validation from others.
- The independent thinker challenges conventional wisdom and forges her own path in life.
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(of a country, state, etc.) function without being controlled or influenced by others
- After years of struggle, the nation finally became independent from colonial rule.
- An independent country has the right to govern its own affairs without external interference.
- Many nations celebrate their independent status with a national holiday.
- The independent state formed a new constitution to establish its government.
- Achieving independent governance allowed the country to set its own economic policies.
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free from external control, influence, or constraint
- He remained independent despite pressures from his peers.
- Independent decision-making is valued in leadership.
- She maintained an independent viewpoint on the issue.
- This independent research was conducted in a way to avoid bias.
- Independent organizations monitor environmental compliance.
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(of a clause) able to stand alone as a complete sentence
- "She runs fast" is an independent clause.
- Independent clauses can form the basis of complex sentences.
- Each independent clause expresses a complete thought.
- The sentence contains two independent clauses joined by a conjunction.
- Teachers often ask students to identify independent clauses.
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not aligned with or controlled by any political party or interest group
- He ran as an independent candidate.
- Independent voters often swing elections.
- The senator remains independent of party influence.
- Independent politicians may vote issue by issue.
- Independent parties challenge the major party system.