independence
Derived from the Latin 'independentia', which means 'not hanging from' (dependent).
NOUN
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[/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/en-US]
independencia
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autonomía
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autosuficiencia
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libertad
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concepto de independencia
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(While 'independencia' is a direct translation, the full concept often requires additional context to convey nuances related to political or personal independence.)
The state or quality of being free from the control, influence, support, or reliance of others. This can refer to a nation's self-governance or sovereignty, a person's self-reliance or ability to live without financial or emotional dependence on others, or a general freedom from external obligations or constraints.
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- The nation celebrated its independence day, marking the anniversary of its freedom from colonial rule. — This refers to a country's freedom from external political control.
- After graduating, he looked forward to gaining his independence and living on his own. — This refers to personal freedom and self-reliance.
- The artist valued her creative independence and refused to compromise her vision for commercial success. — This illustrates freedom from external influence.