independently Definition
- 1without being influenced or controlled by others
- 2not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence
Using independently: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "independently" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She decided to live independently after college.
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The two companies operate independently of each other.
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The children worked on the project independently.
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He has been living independently since his wife passed away.
independently Synonyms and Antonyms
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Summary: independently in Brief
The adverb 'independently' [ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəntli] means without being influenced or controlled by others, and not depending on another for livelihood or subsistence. It is often used to describe personal decisions, work, or living arrangements, as in 'She decided to live independently after college.' 'Independently' can be synonymous with 'autonomously' and 'freely,' and antonyms include 'dependently' and 'subserviently.'
