NONAUTONOMOUS Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

nonautonomous

adjective

Definition of nonautonomous

as in dependent

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Recent Examples of nonautonomous Burnout now consumes American physicians, who are overworked, nonautonomous and adrift without help. — Aaron Rothstein, wsj.com, 3 Apr. 2023 The absence of access for nonautonomous conferences like the American Athletic Conference has also been a point of contention. — Matt Murschel, orlandosentinel.com, 14 May 2021

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If an investor attributes $800 billion to $1 trillion of SpaceX’s valuation to those Starship-dependent growth options, a 10–15% impairment produces something approaching $80–150 billion.

— Shivaram Rajgopal, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
Her father died years ago, leaving her family dependent on her income.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026

Definition of dependent

Adjective

The electoral defeat of Prime Minister Viktor Orban of Hungary in April reminded the world that despite having rewritten the rules of the political game in his own favor, a strongman can lose, even in an unfree and unfair election.

— Ian Bremmer, Time, 16 June 2026
There are many ways for a country to become unfree.

— Andrew Marantz, New Yorker, 9 May 2026

Definition of unfree

Adjective

The admissions group that will lead it, the Board of Admissions and Relations with Schools, will consult with representatives of the state Board of Education and K-12 subject specialists.

— Jaweed Kaleem, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
Students move through four years of coursework organized largely by age and subject area, accumulate credits, and graduate with a diploma that signals readiness for the next stage of life.

— Gennaro Piraino, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

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