🚗autonomous

adjective
/ɔːˈtɒnəməs/

Meaning

Having the freedom to govern or control oneself; independent.
Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.
Having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs.

Example Sentences

The region is largely autonomous and makes its own decisions.

Autonomous systems ensure greater precision.

The robot operates in an autonomous mode without human intervention.

Example Expressions

autonomous vehicle

Synonyms

independent, self-governing, self-sufficient, sovereign, Independent, Self-sufficient, Self-governing
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independent, self-governing, self-sufficient, sovereign
Entry 2
independent, self-governing
Entry 3
Independent, Self-sufficient, Self-governing

Antonyms

dependent, controlled, subordinate, Dependent, Subordinate, Controlled
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dependent, controlled, subordinate
Entry 2
dependent, subordinate
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Dependent, Subordinate, Controlled

Collocations

autonomous region, autonomous system, autonomous vehicle, autonomous decision

More Example Sentences

What is the reporting structure in this role, and how autonomous is the decision-making process?