SELF-DETERMINING Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

self-determining

adjective

Definition of self-determining

as in autonomous

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Adjective

Its next step is to extend that experience into a broader range of autonomous defense systems.

— Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026
Removing a target, not all threats Iraqi Kurdistan, officially called the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, is a semi-autonomous federal region of the country and shares borders with Iran, Turkey and Syria.

— Firmesk Rahim, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of autonomous

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Its members are independent producers, with no studios, conglomerates or state bodies involved.

— Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026
Nearby, the Arts District and Fashion District with ever evolving galleries and independent boutiques showcasing the city's creative energy.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026

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self-determining

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