Independence

/ɪndɪˈpɛndəns/ noun

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.

Definition

  1. (noun) 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.
  2. (noun) The state of having sufficient means for a comfortable livelihood.

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  • Independence contains 12 letters: 5 vowel(s) and 7 consonant(s).
  • It uses 6 unique letters.
  • Estimated syllable count: 4.
  • Scrabble-style letter score: 18.

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What does Independence mean?

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.

How many letters are in Independence?

Independence has 12 letters.

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