Neodvisno

Neodvisno is a Slovenian term that functions primarily as an adverb meaning "independently" or "without influence from others." It can also appear as an adjective in the neuter form neodvisno to describe things that operate freely from control or external pressure, while the related forms neodvisen (masculine) and neodvisna (feminine) agree with nouns. The noun neodvisnost denotes independence or autonomy.

Etymology and usage: The word is formed by adding the negating prefix ne- to the adjective odvisen (dependent). It is widely used in formal and everyday language to emphasize autonomy, impartiality, or lack of external control. Neodvisno often appears in sentences that describe how actions are carried out without external guidance or influence.

Contexts: Neodvisno is common in journalism to describe reporting conducted without ties to owners or sponsors, as in neodvisno poročanje. In governance and law, terms such as neodvisni sodniki (independent judges) or neodvisni poslanci (independent representatives) denote autonomy from political or institutional pressure. In business and science, neodvisne ocene or neodvisne raziskave refer to assessments or studies carried out by independent entities.

Connotation: In Slovenian public discourse, independence (neodvisnost) is often valued as a prerequisite for credibility, fairness, and integrity. At the same time, achieving true neodvisnost can be challenging due to funding, affiliations, or regulatory constraints that may create potential conflicts of interest.