Synonyms for

Indie

Verb / ˈɪndi: / Another word for indie — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Indie is short for independent, meaning not controlled by others and being free to do things on your own.

Synonyms & similar words

independent unconventional original nonconformist alternative unorthodox nontraditional self-sufficient autonomous self-reliant freethinking unique offbeat quirky eccentric avant-garde experimental innovative radical progressive

Synonyms by register

Formal

independent autonomous sovereign unaffiliated

Informal

DIY underground boutique grassroots

Literary

unfettered unbound free-spirited

Antonyms

dependent subordinate affiliated corporate mainstream established commercial

Common collocations

  • indie music
  • indie film
  • indie band
  • indie artist
  • indie game
  • indie label
  • indie cinema

Word family

noun independence
adjective independent

Usage note

Primarily used to describe music, film, or games produced independently of major commercial studios or labels. It often carries connotations of artistic integrity and originality.

Example sentences

  1. The band played indie music at the concert.
  2. She wrote an indie book and self-published it.
  3. He started an indie film production company.
  4. The art show featured indie artists.
  5. She wore an indie outfit with vintage clothes and handmade accessories.

Quotes

  • 'Indie' means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. - Jenny Lewis
  • I'm not an indie kid, I'm not a hipster, and I'm not a straight-up rock star. - Brendon Urie
  • I think indie music is really cool, and it's great that it's kind of coming back into mainstream music. - Elle King

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