Also, independency. the state or quality of being independent.

freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others.

Archaic . a competency.

noun

dependence , subordination

noun

ability , aptitude , autarchy , autonomy , home rule , license , qualification , self-determination , self-government , self-reliance , self-rule , self-sufficiency , separation , sovereignty , independency , liberty , affluence , emancipation , freedom , opulence