Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The ability to make your own decisions without being controlled by anyone else
Autonomy
/ɔːˈtɒnəmi/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The universities were restored to autonomy and Jews allowed to attend.The community gained autonomy after decades of external control.Achieving financial autonomy is a key goal for young adults.
Etymology:
Derived from Greek autonomos, from auto- meaning self and nomos meaning law, indicating self-rule.
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