The independence movement
Example: The independence movement gained momentum after years of oppression.
Definition
"The independence movement" refers to a collective effort by a group of people or a nation to gain political freedom and self-governance from an external authority or colonial power. It often involves organized activities aimed at achieving sovereignty and national autonomy.
Etymology
The term "the independence movement" combines 'independence,' derived from Latin 'independens,' meaning 'not hanging from or depending on,' and 'movement,' from Latin 'movimentum,' meaning 'a motion or change.' Together, they describe organized efforts toward achieving freedom from control or rule by others.
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"The independence movement" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 198 commonly used words.
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