Autonomous Definition

autonomous
adjective
  1. (of political bodies) not controlled by outside forces; "an autonomous judiciary"; "a sovereign state"
  2. existing as an independent entity; "the partitioning of India created two separate and autonomous jute economies"
  3. (of persons) free from external control and constraint in e.g. action and judgment

"Autonomous" in song lyrics

See how autonomous is used in real songs:

  • "Ahh, it's finite man acting autonomous"
    The Ambassador — One Two
  • "symbolic of cuttin' out the middle man and keepin' mine autonomous"
    Ras Kass — Core Audience

Usage tips for "autonomous"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "autonomous" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for autonomous to find words that pair well.

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