Autonomously: meaning, definitions and examples

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autonomously

 

[ ɔːˈtɒn.ə.məsli ]

Context #1

working or acting independently

Autonomously means to operate or function independently, without external control. It implies self-governing or self-regulating behavior.

Synonyms

freely, independently, self-sufficient

Examples of usage

  • The drone flew autonomously, following its pre-programmed route.
  • The robot vacuum cleaner navigates autonomously around the room, avoiding obstacles.
Context #2

without outside influence

Autonomously can also refer to an action or behavior that is done without being influenced by external factors.

Synonyms

freely, independently, self-reliantly

Examples of usage

  • The decision was made autonomously, without any outside pressure.
  • She tackled the project autonomously, relying solely on her own skills and knowledge.

Translations

Translations of the word "autonomously" in other languages:

🇵🇹 autonomamente

🇮🇳 स्वायत्त रूप से

🇩🇪 autonom

🇮🇩 secara mandiri

🇺🇦 автономно

🇵🇱 autonomicznie

🇯🇵 自律的に

🇫🇷 de manière autonome

🇪🇸 autónomamente

🇹🇷 bağımsız olarak

🇰🇷 자율적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل مستقل

🇨🇿 autonomně

🇸🇰 autonómne

🇨🇳 自主地

🇸🇮 avtonomno

🇮🇸 sjálfstætt

🇰🇿 автономды түрде

🇬🇪 ავტონომიურად

🇦🇿 müstəqil olaraq

🇲🇽 autónomamente

Word origin

The word autonomously is derived from the Greek word autonomos, which combines autos (self) and nomos (law). The concept of autonomy has been explored in various fields, including philosophy, psychology, and technology. The idea of acting independently or self-governing has been a fundamental aspect of human development and societal organization throughout history.