Independence
/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or condition of being free from control or influence of others; self-governance.
The country declared its independence from colonial rule.
- (n.) Legal status of a person or entity not being subject to another's authority.
Judicial independence ensures fair trials without external pressure.
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Commentary
Use 'independence' to denote separation from external control, crucial in constitutional and international law contexts.
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