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Vinony

independence

noun

  1. condition of a nation, country, or state which exercises self-government, and usually sovereignty, over the territory
  2. term in probability theory
  3. general ability to act autonomously
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Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.dɪˈpɛn.dəns/

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noun

Etymology: From French indépendance. Analyzable as in- + de- + pend + -ence or in- + dependence.

  1. The quality or state of being independent; lack of dependence; the state of not being reliant on, or controlled by, others.

    “In 1947, India gained independence from the British Empire.”

    “Bob the aforesaid, and his present chances of deriving a competent independence from the honourable profession to which he had devoted himself.”

  2. The state of having sufficient means for a comfortable livelihood.