autonomy
From Greek 'autonomia', meaning 'self-law'.
NOUN
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[/ɔːˈtɒn.ə.mi/en-US]
autonomía
literal
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independencia
formal
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autogobierno
formal
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libertad
neutral
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concepto de autonomía
untranslatable
(The concept can vary based on context, hence is expressed as a phrase.)
La capacidad o derecho de una entidad, grupo o individuo para gobernarse a sí mismo o actuar de forma independiente, tomando sus propias decisiones sin control o influencia externa significativa. Equivale a independencia o autogobierno.
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- The region fought for greater autonomy within the federal system.
- Employees are given more autonomy to manage their own projects.
- The university maintains its autonomy from government intervention.