Correct spelling, explanation: the word independent derives from the verb depend, which goes back to Middle English dependen – also written with en, not an. Thus dependent and independent will be the correct spellings, not independant.
Definition of independent:
adjective, free from outer control, not dependent
My oldest daughter is 17 and she thinks she is mature and independent.
Our local shop is a small independent business led by Mr. Collins.
Incorrect spelling, explanation: this is an incorrect form since independent should be written with ent at the end, just like its Latin or Middle English origin (respectively: pendere, dependen). This shows, that independant is a misspelling and independent is the correct form.
Incorrect spelling
Incorrect spelling
Incorrect spelling
Incorrect spelling
Incorrect spelling
✔ Click to open Free Grammar, Style and Spell Checker
Still not sure?
Ask your question in our comments section below (we reply to all comments within 24 hours)or return to main search.
Me and my partner adore your English dictionary.
Looks like a good website to me.