GRE Word List

AUTONOMOUS

having the right or power of self-government

The meaning of the word autonomous is having the right or power of self-government.

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WordMeaning
furoran angry or maniacal fit : rage
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
juridicalof or relating to the administration of justice or the office of a judge
convivialrelating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company
atypicalnot typical : irregular
effluviuman invisible emanation
surfeitan overabundant supply : excess
gamelya physical or mental competition conducted according to rules with the participants in direct opposition to each other
homelysuggestive or characteristic of a place of residence or home
constituencya body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position)