autonomy

Meaning

The right or condition of self-government; freedom from external control or influence.

The right or condition of self-government; independence and the ability to make one's own decisions.

the right or condition of self-government; independence or freedom to act or make decisions

Example Sentences

Autonomy was a primary demand.

Encouraging autonomy in children helps them build confidence.

The university granted each department considerable autonomy in curriculum design.

Example Expressions

personal autonomy

Synonyms

independence, sovereignty, self-rule, self-determination, freedom, self-governance, self-government

Entry 1

independence, sovereignty, self-rule, self-determination, freedom

Entry 2

independence, self-governance, freedom

Entry 3

independence, self-government, sovereignty, freedom, self-rule

Antonyms

dependence, subordination, control, subjugation, domination, restriction, subjection

Entry 1

dependence, subordination, control, subjugation, domination

Entry 2

dependence, subordination, restriction

Entry 3

dependence, subjection, control

Collocations

personal autonomy, regional autonomy, financial autonomy, autonomy and independence, grant autonomy