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Meaning of 'independence' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Independence [ n.]
- The state or quality of being independent; freedom from dependence; exemption from reliance on, or control by, others; self-subsistence or maintenance; direction of one's own affairs without interference.
- Sufficient means for a comfortable livelihood.

Meaning of 'independence' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . independence [ n]
Meaning (1):
- the successful ending of the American Revolution
Example in sentence:
  • they maintained close relations with England even after independence

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