independent
adjective
not influenced or controlled by others in matters of opinion, conduct, etc.; thinking or acting for oneself.
independently
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a word derived from
independent.
Example Sentences
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Judicial education that accurately conveys the state of the science to judges equips them to evaluate expert testimony and evidence independently and on the merits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 16, 2026
They released “Doomed Lovers” independently on their own Pentagrammaton imprint, with a distribution deal through the powerful but artist-forward Secretly group.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
However, it is understood Pope has taken the decision to withdraw from the draft taking place later this month independently of Key's view on the competition.
From BBC ● Oct. 12, 2026
AFP has not independently verified the authenticity of the call.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
Before turning to those regions, however, we must consider two related questions arising in regard to any area of the world where food production never developed independently or else resulted in a less potent package.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
