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independence

UK
/ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
US
/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/

Translations

independencenoun
independences
pl
After years of struggle, the country finally achieved independence from colonial rule.
Après des années de lutte, le pays a finalement obtenu son indépendance vis-à-vis du pouvoir colonial.
Synonyms
autonomy
self-sufficiency
freedom
liberty
self-governance
sovereignty
detachment
separation
Antonyms
dependence
independenceadjective
UK
/ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
US
/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to a country's independence or self-governing status.

Definitions

independencenoun
The state or quality of being independent; freedom from control or influence of another or others.
After years of struggle, the country finally achieved independence from colonial rule.
The condition of a nation, country, or state which exercises self-government, and usually sovereignty, over its territory.
The declaration of independence was a pivotal moment in the nation's history.
The ability to live your life without being helped or influenced by other people.
Financial independence is a goal for many people as they plan for retirement.
independenceadjective
Used attributively in phrases relating to independence, especially political or national independence.
The independence movement gained support across the region.
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