autonomy
US /ɑːˈtɑː.nə.mi/
UK /ɑːˈtɑː.nə.mi/
1.
the right or condition of self-government
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The region was granted full autonomy.
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The university seeks greater autonomy from government control.
2.
freedom from external control or influence; independence
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Every individual desires personal autonomy.
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The artist maintained creative autonomy over her work.