autonomous
Translation
autonomous, self-governing
Examples
The region is now autonomous.
The region is now autonomous.
Autonomous cars are becoming more common.
Autonomous cars are becoming more common.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is autonomous (sth.) is autonomous The university is autonomous and controls its own budget.
Similar Words
Synonyms: independent, self-governing; Antonyms: dependent
Etymology
From Greek 'auto-' (self) + 'nomos' (law), meaning 'having its own law'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'auto'mobile that drives itself – it's autonomous.