1. In a way that is self-reliant, autonomous, or not dependent on others
She decided to work in an independent manner, without relying on her family's help.
Ela decidiu trabalhar de forma independente, sem depender da ajuda da sua família.
2. Operating or functioning separately and autonomously
The organization operates in an independent manner, making its own decisions.
A organização opera de forma independente, tomando suas próprias decisões.