Autonome
Example: Elle est devenue totalement autonome dans la gestion de son entreprise.
Definition
"Autonome" describes someone or something capable of operating independently without external control or assistance. For example, when a person is "autonome," they can manage tasks or responsibilities on their own, like running a business without help.
Etymology
The word "autonome" originates from the Greek words 'autos' meaning 'self' and 'nomos' meaning 'law' or 'rule.' It literally translates to 'self-governing,' reflecting the idea of independence and self-management. Did you know? The concept of autonomy has been important in philosophy and politics for centuries.
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"Autonome" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C2) - set 2", containing 91 commonly used words.
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