Independent
Example: She wants to be independent and make her own decisions.
Definition
"Independent" describes someone or something that is self-reliant, not influenced or controlled by others, and capable of making decisions or functioning on their own. In philosophy, being "independent" often refers to autonomy and freedom from external authority or dependence.
Etymology
The word "independent" comes from Latin roots: 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'dependent' derived from 'dependere,' meaning 'to hang down or rely on.' So, "independent" literally means 'not hanging on or relying on something else.' Did you know it entered English in the late 16th century, reflecting ideas of self-governance and autonomy?
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"Independent" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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