Independent synonyms

Distinct, bold, autarkic, commercial, self-contained, dissociated, different, and discrete are all synonyms for independent. Constrained and orthodox are these antonyms of independent. And here are another 60 synonyms for independent.

Another word for independent

1. freethinking

  • Bold
  • Free-spirited
  • Free
  • Freethinking
  • Headstrong
  • Individualistic
  • Liberated
  • Maverick
  • Unconstrained
  • Unconventional
  • Undisciplined
  • Unfettered
  • Unhampered
  • Unrestrained
  • Untrammelled
  • Wild
  • Wilful
  • Contrary

2. self-governing

  • Autarkic
  • Autonomic
  • Autonomous
  • Free
  • Self-determining
  • Self-governing
  • Self-legislating
  • Sovereign
  • Non-aligned

3. private

  • Commercial
  • Fee-paying
  • Non-public
  • Non-state-controlled
  • Non-state-run
  • Private-enterprise
  • Private-sector
  • Private
  • Privatized
  • Public
  • Denationalized

4. self-sufficient

  • Self-contained
  • Self-made
  • Self-reliant
  • Self-standing
  • Self-sufficient
  • Self-supporting
  • Self-sustaining
  • Living on one's hump

5. unconnected

  • Dissociated
  • Unassociated
  • Unattached
  • Unconnected
  • Unrelated
  • Separate

6. separate

  • Different
  • Discrete
  • Distinct
  • Free-standing
  • Self-contained
  • Separate
  • Complete

Independent sentences

She is fiercely independent and strong.

The independent team won the match.

Independent thinkers create innovative solutions.

He led an independent life successfully.


Similar to independent

Word Opposites Synonyms
Wind Calm, stillness Breeze, air current
Replacement Original, substitution Substitute, alternative
Indispensable Dispensable, superfluous, non-essential Essential, crucial
Inconsistent Consistent, steady Incompatible with, conflicting with
Assignment Free time, leisure Task, piece of work
Deprive Provide, bestow Bankrupt, bereave
Deprived Fortunate, wealthy Disadvantaged, underprivileged
Never ending Temporary, finite Incessant, continuous
Hindrance Help, advantage Impediment, obstacle
Well rounded Narrow-minded, one-dimensional Balanced, complete
Accomplishment Failure, setback Achievement, act
Adept Inept, mediocre Expert, proficient
Under More than, over Less than, lower than
Legend Myth, fact Myth, saga
Resentment Contentment, happiness Bitterness, indignation
Attentive Inattentive, inconsiderate Alert, awake
Center Edge, outskirts Middle, core
Development Decline, stagnation Evolution, growth
Central Side, extreme, outer Middle, centre
Pretentious Natural, unaffected Affected, ostentatious
Bind Untie, release Tie, tie up
At present In the past, in the future At the moment, just now
Present Past, future, absent In attendance, attending
Understand Ignore, misunderstand, confuse Appreciate, recognize
Enter Leave, scratch Go in/into, come in/into
Kindly Unkindly, harshly Benevolently, good-naturedly
Lavender Charcoal, scentless Lilac, mauve
Blind Sighted, mindful, perceptive, discerning Visually impaired, unsighted
Misunderstand Grasp, understand correctly, get the right idea Misapprehend, misinterpret
Misunderstanding Harmony, clarity, agreement Misinterpretation, misconstruction
Compliment Insult, criticism Flattering remark, tribute
Eccentric Ordinary, conventional Unconventional, uncommon
Finding Loss, omission Discovery, location
Student Teacher, instructor Undergraduate, postgraduate
Depict Obscure, conceal Portray, represent
Transparent Obscure, ambiguous See-through, clear
Complacent Dissatisfied, humble Smug, self-satisfied
Eye-opening Mundane, unremarkable Revealing, enlightening
Coherent Incoherent, muddled Logical, reasoned
Extent Limitation, restriction Area, size
Entity Nonentity, non-existence Organization, institution
Relentless Short-lived, irresolute, intermittent Persistent, continuing
Prudent Unwise, imprudent, incautious, extravagant Wise, well judged
Depress Encourage, raise Make sad, sadden
Depressing Uplifting, encouraging Upsetting, distressing
Entitle Deny, restrict Qualify, make eligible
Document Erase, delete Official paper, legal paper
Agenda Disorganization, chaos Schedule, plan
Indifferent Heedful, caring Unconcerned about, apathetic about/towards
Silent Audible, noisy Completely quiet, still
Incentive Deterrent, disincentive Inducement, motivation
Repetitive Varied, interesting Monotonous, tedious
Mentor Student, mentee Adviser, guide
Entertainment Boredom, drudgery Amusement, pleasure
Excellent Poor, inferior Very good, superb