Homonym: Unaffiliated (Independent)
"Unaffiliated" refers to individuals or groups that do not formally associate with a specific organization, political party, or religious group. This term is often used in the context of voters who choose not to register with any political party, allowing them to remain independent in their political choices.
In a broader sense, being unaffiliated can apply to various contexts, such as unaffiliated scholars who conduct research without ties to a particular institution or unaffiliated businesses that operate independently. This status can provide flexibility and freedom from the constraints of formal affiliations.