Stand alone

adjective

Something that works independently or functions separately from others.

The stand-alone software does not need any additional programs to work.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - Something that works independently or functions separately from others.

Often appears as...

  • stand-alone system
  • stand-alone device
adjective

Something is outstanding or unique.

Her stand alone talent made her the winner of the competition.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - Something is outstanding or unique.

Often appears as...

  • stand alone talent
  • stand alone performance

Usage tips

Colloquial

verb

To be on your own, without any help or support from anyone else.

He decided to stand alone, even though his entire team disagreed.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - To be on your own, without any help or support from anyone else.

Often appears as...

  • stand alone in decision
  • stand alone in opinion

Usage tips

Disapproving

adjective

Something that works independently or functions separately from others.

The stand-alone software does not need any additional programs to work.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - Something that works independently or functions separately from others.

Often appears as...

  • stand-alone system
  • stand-alone device
adjective

Something is outstanding or unique.

Her stand alone talent made her the winner of the competition.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - Something is outstanding or unique.

Often appears as...

  • stand alone talent
  • stand alone performance

Usage tips

Colloquial

verb

To be on your own, without any help or support from anyone else.

He decided to stand alone, even though his entire team disagreed.
Visual representation of "stand alone" - To be on your own, without any help or support from anyone else.

Often appears as...

  • stand alone in decision
  • stand alone in opinion

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Inclusive Functionality

Emphasizes the product does not need anything additional to be fully functional.

Illustration for Inclusive Functionality
The camera is a stand-alone unit, equipped with built-in Wi-Fi.
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Self-sufficiency

Indicates an item is designed to operate without external support or connections.

Illustration for Self-sufficiency
You can use the app as a stand-alone tool without internet.
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Not Bundled

Clarifies that the product is available on its own, not packaged with other items.

Illustration for Not Bundled
They sell the software as a stand-alone product, not in a suite.
Visual representation of the word "Stand alone"

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