SELF-DEPENDENT Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

self-dependent

adjective

ˌself-di-ˈpen-dənt

Definition of self-dependent

as in independent

able to take care of oneself or itself without outside help a program to help teenagers become self-dependent

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Recent Examples of self-dependent In the future, South Korea will look to be more self-dependent in building such systems. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026 The film’s plot is inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s philosophy that Indians should be self-dependent to achieve their goals. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Mar. 2023

Recent Examples of Synonyms for self-dependent

independent

Adjective

Public reporting, independent audits and whistleblower protections should help expose political interference and enforce these safeguards.

— Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
However, the result has not yet undergone full independent academic review.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026