SEMI-INDEPENDENT Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

semi-independent

adjective

Definition of semi-independent

as in autonomous

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Recent Examples of semi-independent Large integrated structures connect previously semi-independent parts of the system. — Lawrence Rosenberg, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 Unlike vertebrates, whose very heartbeat and breath depend on central brain control, many insects operate with multiple semi-independent neural centers, including cockroaches (order Blattodea). — Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 6 Feb. 2026 More than a quarter are in private schools, thanks to school vouchers, and one in seven are in semi-independent charter schools. — Alan J. Borsuk, jsonline.com, 16 Jan. 2026 Under such a scheme, an army separated into semi-independent corps led by senior commanders and equipped with varying numbers of infantry divisions, cavalry regiments, and their own field artillery. — Michael Barnes, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for semi-independent

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Why Uber Eats keeps putting robots on sidewalks Despite the controversy, companies continue investing in autonomous delivery because the technology offers some practical advantages.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026
When vision keynotes and customer stories promise an autonomous future, but lived experiences don’t match up, trust fades.

— Chris Koehler, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of autonomous

Adjective

The maintenance requests have kept engine repair and overhaul facilities backed up, from those owned by manufacturing giants GE Aerospace and RTX unit Pratt & Whitney to smaller, independent ones.

— Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2026
To pinpoint the exact moment of this turnaround, Young’s team used two independent dating methods.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of independent

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The elections produced semiautonomous administrations in Scotland and Wales led by parties devoted to independence and the breakup of the United Kingdom - though neither has that policy on the front burner.

— CBS News, CBS News, 9 May 2026
UAVs may be remotely piloted, semiautonomous, or, increasingly, fully autonomous.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026

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