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- pronunciation:
- aw
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- features:
- Word Combinations (noun), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
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autonomies |
| definition 1: |
freedom and independence; self-governance.
The small nation fought hard to achieve autonomy from its colonial rulers.Most children eventually want autonomy even while they are still highly dependent on their parents.- synonyms:
- freedom, independence
- similar words:
- home rule, liberty, nationhood, self-determination, self-government, self-rule, sovereignty
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| definition 2: |
a group or state that is free, independent, and self-governing.
The island nation is now an autonomy and proud of its independence.- synonyms:
- sovereignty
- similar words:
- democracy, nation
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