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Definition of self-governed
Synonyms & Antonyms for self-governed
Synonyms
- autonomous,
- free,
- freestanding,
- independent,
- self-governing,
- self-ruling,
- separate,
- sovereign
- (also sovran)
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“Self-governed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/self-governed. Accessed 28 May. 2022.
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