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Independent

Definition

(adj) Not depending on others; self-sufficient

Examples

Their child is surprisingly independent for someone so young.
  • She moved out at nineteen and stayed independent.

  • Independent contractors handle their own taxes.

  • By July, Maya was independent enough to rent a flat in Leeds.

  • We want him to be independent, even if he still calls every Sunday.

Related words

Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.

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