independent
/ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/
in · de · pend · ent
ˌɪn · dɪ · ˈpend · ənt
English Definition
adj. free, not controlled by others
Significado en Español
independiente
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in(not)+dependent(reliant)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is a synonym for the word “independent”?
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A
Dependent
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B
Autonomous
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C
Submissive
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D
Reliant
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B — Autonomous.
“independent” means adj. free, not controlled by others
Common questions about “independent”
What does “independent” mean?
independent — adj. free, not controlled by others. In Chinese: 独立的，自主的.
How do you pronounce “independent”?
independent is pronounced /ˌɪndɪˈpendənt/. It breaks into 4 syllables: in · de · pend · ent.
Is “independent” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. independent appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “independent”?
in(not)+dependent(reliant)
