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Synonyms & Similar Words
independent
self-governing
self-sufficient
free
liberated
unrestricted
uncontrolled
self-directed
self-regulating
sovereign
separate
discrete
individual
solo
unaided
unrestrained
unregulated
spontaneous
voluntary
intentional
deliberate
self-contained
self-supporting
non-reliant
freestanding
standalone
solo-operated
self-managed
self-administered
self-ruling
Meaning of Autonomous
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "autonomous" refers to having the freedom to act independently, or being self-governing.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "autonomous" as having the power or right to govern oneself, or being independent in one's actions.
- Cambridge Dictionary states that "autonomous" means having the ability to make decisions and act independently, without being controlled by others.
Example Uses
- The autonomous vehicle navigated the road without human intervention, using advanced sensors and AI technology.
- The company is planning to establish an autonomous subsidiary, which will operate independently and make its own decisions.
- The autonomous region has its own government and laws, and is self-sufficient in terms of economy and resources.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
dependent
controlled
restricted
regulated
governed
managed
directed
supervised
monitored
restrained
limited
confined
bound
tied
subordinated
subordinate
secondary
inferior
subject
obedient
compliant
acquiescent
submissive
non-self-governing
heteronomous