self-sufficient (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˌsɛlf səˈfɪʃənt/
Definition
Able to provide for one's own needs without external assistance.
Examples
After years of hard work, the small community became completely self-sufficient in terms of food production.
She moved to a remote cabin, aiming to live a self-sufficient lifestyle, far from city conveniences.
The country's goal is to become self-sufficient in energy by investing heavily in renewable sources.
How to Use self-sufficient
- self-sufficient in [something] (prepositional phrase)
- Able to provide for one's needs in a specific area. — "The farm is self-sufficient in vegetables and fruits."
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