Tom and Bill arrived at the conclusion independently of each other.
Source: tatoeba (37379)
Independently
/ˌɪndɪˈpɛndəntli/
Synonyms for "independently" (68 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (14)
Noun(4 words)
act independentlyautonomously ledby oneselfgo solo
Adverb(3 words)
Strong matches (20)
Noun(11 words)
gone solohighly individualistichome practice soloicelandic sjálfindividually paidless communal behaviorless communal learningmore autonomouslymore independentmost agenticmost individualistic
Determiner(1 words)
least communal tendency
Adverb(5 words)
less communal approachless communal decisionsless communal environmentless communal mindsetless communal resources
Related words (34)
Noun(8 words)
most singletonown funds statusprivately owned housingsolosolo piecestudy energeticallystudy individuallywork alone
Adverb(8 words)
one by oneoptionallyper sepridefullyproudlyself-confidentlyself-reliantlyself-respectinglyseparatelyspontaneouslyvoluntarilywillfullywith head erectwith pridewithout coercion
Adjective(3 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: act independently, alone, alone, apart, asynchronously.
- Sentence evidence is available for independently, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from derived_reverse, moby, opengloss, wordnet, and related lexical sources.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "independently".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "independently"
Keep "independently" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "independently" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "independently", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "independently" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
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2 entriesCollocations
6 entriesact independentlylive independentlymake decisions independentlystudy independentlythink independentlywork independently
Derivations
2 entriesSample sentences
14 total sentences available.
The truly remarkable feature of sound production by birds is that the two sides of the syrinx can act independently.
Source: tatoeba (278226)
After the bushfires, we have independently decided to call off this year's fireworks display.
Source: tatoeba (327604)
There are problems that Japan might not be able to solve independently but which it might be able to solve in cooperation with Korea.
Source: tatoeba (394764)
Showing 4 of 14 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "independently"?
Closest matches include act independently, alone, alone, apart, asynchronously.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "independently"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.