Independent Synonyms

59 independent synonyms include freethinking, individualistic, unconventional, maverick, free, liberated, bold, free-spirited, and unrestrained. Independent is an adjective, and its antonyms are constrained and orthodox. Here are some additional synonyms for "independent" with example sentences.

Another word for Independent

59 other ways to say independent.

1. freethinking

  • wilful  
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  • wild
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  • untrammelled  
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  • unrestrained  
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  • unhampered  
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  • unfettered  
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  • undisciplined  
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  • unconventional  
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  • unconstrained  
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  • maverick  
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  • liberated  
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  • individualistic  
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  • headstrong  
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  • freethinking  
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  • free-spirited  
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  • free
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  • contrary
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  • bold
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2. self-governing

  • sovereign  
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  • self-legislating  
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  • self-governing  
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  • self-determining  
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  • non-aligned  
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  • free
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  • autonomous  
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  • autonomic  
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  • autarkic  
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3. private

  • public
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  • privatized  
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  • private-sector  
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  • private-enterprise  
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  • private
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  • non-state-run  
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  • non-state-controlled  
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  • non-public  
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  • fee-paying  
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  • denationalized  
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  • commercial  
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4. self-sufficient

  • self-sustaining  
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  • self-supporting  
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  • self-sufficient  
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  • self-standing  
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  • self-reliant  
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  • self-made  
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  • self-contained  
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  • living on one's hump  
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5. unconnected

  • unrelated  
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  • unconnected  
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  • unattached  
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  • unassociated  
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  • separate
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  • dissociated  
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6. separate

Use independent in a Sentence

Adjudication was carried out by an independent body.

Cats are independent; conversely, dogs require attention.

He led an independent life successfully.

independent thinkers create innovative solutions.

She is fiercely independent and strong.

The independent team won the match.