12
unconstrained(adjective, feature, characteristic, clear, open)
11
individual(noun, adjective, separate, secret, private)
11
neutral(noun, adjective, fair, detached, impartial)
10
unaffiliated(adjective, separate, free, single, neutral)
10
uncommitted(adjective, disconnect, incoherent, unrelated, unbound)
9
freelance(noun, adjective, freedom, unknown, temporary)
9
self-contained(adjective, free, single, alone, isolation)
9
affluent(adjective, easy, rich, fat, flush)
9
discrete(adjective, free, individual, disconnect, single)
8
distinct(adjective, separate, special, individual, single)
8
mugwump
8
divided(adjective, separate, free, individual, single)
8
individualistic(adjective, separate, free, healthy, liberal)
8
uncoupled(adjective, disconnect, incoherent, unrelated, unbound)
8
voluntary(adjective, feature, characteristic, free, deliberate)
7
gratuitous(adjective, feature, characteristic, free, deliberate)
7
loose(adjective, clear, open, free, easy)
7
nonconformist(noun, resistance, rebel, open-minded, recreant)
7
nonpartisan(adjective, free, fair, detached, neutral)
7
unallied(adjective, mixed, free, odd, various)
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