autonomously (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ɔːˈtɒnəməsli/

Definition

Acting independently or having the freedom to govern oneself without outside control.

Examples

• The new software allows the drones to operate autonomously in remote areas.

• Students are encouraged to study autonomously to develop their own critical thinking skills.

• The department functions autonomously, managing its own budget and hiring decisions.

Synonyms of autonomously

Words with a similar meaning to autonomously:

• freely
• independently
• self-sufficiently
• sovereignly

Antonyms of autonomously

Words with the opposite meaning to autonomously:

• dependently

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