independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s 
1
: the quality or state of being independent
2
archaic
: competence sense 2
Examples of independence in a Sentence
She asserted her independence from her parents by getting her own apartment.
He has shown a fierce independence of spirit.
A month after independence, elections were held.
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This is how children learn independence and responsibility—through trial and error, Chavez explains.
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wendy Wisner, Parents, 29 July 2025
China’s diplomatic rhetoric emphasizes its commitment to national sovereignty and independence and its opposition to the use of force against other states—principles that align with the UN Charter and that reflect Ukraine’s position.
—Da Wei, Foreign Affairs, 29 July 2025
This funding will help provide the tools and resources these new young adults need to obtain temporary housing, bridging the gap between foster care and independence.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 29 July 2025
Still, activists among these communities frequently accuse the government of oppression, while others have taken up arms in the name of greater autonomy or even independence.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
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wendy Wisner, Parents, 29 July 2025
China’s diplomatic rhetoric emphasizes its commitment to national sovereignty and independence and its opposition to the use of force against other states—principles that align with the UN Charter and that reflect Ukraine’s position.
—Da Wei, Foreign Affairs, 29 July 2025
This funding will help provide the tools and resources these new young adults need to obtain temporary housing, bridging the gap between foster care and independence.
—Reader Commentary, Baltimore Sun, 29 July 2025
Still, activists among these communities frequently accuse the government of oppression, while others have taken up arms in the name of greater autonomy or even independence.
—Tom O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 July 2025
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“Independence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/independence. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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independence
noun
in·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
: the quality or state of being independent : freedom from outside control or support
Geographical Definition
Independence
geographical name
In·de·pen·dence
ˌin-də-ˈpen-dən(t)s
city in western Missouri east of Kansas City population 116,830
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