autonomous

/ɔˈtɑnəməs/
adjective
  1. Having the freedom to govern itself or control its own affairs; independent.
    • The robot is fully autonomous and can navigate without human help.
    • The country became autonomous after years of colonial rule.
    • Each school in the district is autonomous and can create its own curriculum.
  2. Acting independently or without outside control.
    • The committee operates as an autonomous body within the larger organization.
    • She is an autonomous worker who needs little supervision.
    • Teenagers often want to be more autonomous and make their own decisions.
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