Grade 4

independent (in-de-pend-ent)

Definition


adjective.
not being under the rule or control of another

Example Sentence

We live in an independent nation.

Synonyms

free; self-governing; sovereign; autonomous

Antonyms

dependent; unfree

Rhymes

  • pendant

  • ascendant
  • attendant
  • defendant
  • dependent
  • descendant
  • descendent
  • resplendent
  • transcendent

  • independent

  • interdependent
  • superintendant
  • superintendent