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independent implies a standing alone; applied to a state it implies lack of connection with any other having power to interfere with its citizens, laws, or policies.

Independent definition: not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself.. See examples of INDEPENDENT used in a sentence.

INDEPENDENT definition: 1. not influenced or controlled in any way by other people, events, or things: 2. An independent…. Learn more.

Define independent. independent synonyms, independent pronunciation, independent translation, English dictionary definition of independent. adj. 1. Not governed by a foreign power; self …

If your brother says you broke his guitar and you say you weren't anywhere near it, your parents may ask your sister for an independent opinion, as she has no reason to lie. An independent …

5 independent (of somebody/something) confident and free to do things without needing help from other people Going away to college has made me much more independent. She's a very …

A person, company, etc. that is independent, as in thinking, action, or practice. Webster's New World A voter who is not an adherent of or registered with any political party.

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2 days ago · Sources told The Independent that suspect Vance Boelter, 57, has a list of political targets