CEFR B1

independence

noun

Meaning

The state of not being ruled or controlled by another country, person, or organization.

Examples

The country declared its independence in 1947.
She cherished her financial independence after getting her first job.

Synonyms: freedom, liberty, autonomy, sovereignty

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independence (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/

Definition

The state of not being ruled or controlled by another country, person, or organization.

Examples

The country declared its independence in 1947.
She cherished her financial independence after getting her first job.
The students valued their independence from their parents.

How to Use independence

independence from (prepositional phrase): The state of being free from the control or influence of something. — "The children craved independence from their parents' constant supervision."
independence of (prepositional phrase): The state of being free from the control or influence of something (often used for abstract concepts like thought or action). — "The judge must have complete independence of thought."

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