B2adverbworkeducation
US/ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt.li/
UK/ˌɪn.dɪˈpen.dənt.li/
without help or control from other people; also separately, without being connected
In context
By the age of six, most children can get dressed independently.
Two scientists made the same discovery independently, in different countries.
The new manager wants staff to work more independently and make their own decisions.
Words that go with independently
verb + adverb
- work independentlyCan you work independently, or do you need close supervision?
- live independentlyThe program helps disabled adults live independently.
- act independentlyEach department acts independently of head office.
- operate independentlyThe two shops operate independently, even though they share a name.
- think independentlyGood schools teach students to think independently.
adverb + verb
- independently verifiedThe figures have not been independently verified.