—adj.
1 a (often foll. by of) not depending on authority or control. b self-governing.
2 a not depending on another person for one's opinion or livelihood. b (of income or resources) making it unnecessary to earn one's living.
3 unwilling to be under an obligation to others.
4 Polit. not belonging to or supported by a party.
5 not depending on something else for its validity, efficiency, value, etc. (independent proof).
6 (of broadcasting, a school, etc.) not supported by public funds.
7 (Independent) hist. Congregational.
—n.
1 a person who is politically independent.
2 (Independent) hist. a Congregationalist.
Derivatives:
independently adv.
Useful english dictionary. 2012.