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independently Synonyms
Another word for independently
Choosing another word for independently depends on context, so the 11 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adverb (Context 1)
In a self-reliant manner, without outside help, control, or influence from others.
Usage Example
"By the end of the semester, the students were able to design and conduct their own laboratory experiments autonomously."
Strongest
autonomously
self-reliantly
Strong
unaided
single-handedly
freely
solo
• adverb (Context 2)
Separately or distinctly from another person, thing, or process; without connection or coordination.
Usage Example
"Two research teams working on different continents arrived at the exact same mathematical proof separately."
Strongest
separately
individually
Strong
apart
distinctly
singly
Opposites of independently
The opposite of independently shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
dependently
jointly
together
collectively
collaboratively
mutually
helplessly
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Independently. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/independently