Independente
Example: Ela é independente e gosta de fazer tudo sozinha.
Definition
"Independente" is an adverb describing the manner of acting or existing without dependence on others, often implying self-sufficiency or autonomy, as in the phrase 'She is independent and likes to do everything on her own.'
Etymology
The word "independente" comes from the Latin 'independens,' formed by the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'dependens,' the present participle of 'dependere,' meaning 'to hang from.' Did you know? The idea of not 'hanging from' anything perfectly captures the essence of being autonomous or self-reliant.
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